Organic farming scheme now open for applications

Agriculture minister Martin Heydon said funding of €58.6m was allocated in the budget to support organic farmers

The Organic Farming Scheme is officially open for applicants. Tillage sector applicants will receive priority access.

The Organic Farming Scheme has officially opened.

The scheme will be open to applications from November 19 and will remain open until December 12. Applicants from the tillage sector will receive priority access.