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Written question asked by Callum Anderson (Labour) on Friday, 30 May 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 3 June 2025. It was answered by Daniel Zeichner (Labour) on Monday, 9 June 2025 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.


Agriculture: Buckinghamshire

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what steps his Department is taking to ensure equitable access to the Farming Equipment and Technology Fund for farmers in Buckinghamshire.

Answer

The Farming Equipment and Technology Fund (FETF) provides small capital grants to farmers, growers and foresters in England to help them invest in equipment and technology that improves productivity, manage slurry, and supports animal health and welfare.

Defra is conducting an evaluation to explore the impacts of grants on beneficiaries and their businesses, including environmental outcomes. This evaluation is focussed on Round 1 beneficiaries (launched in November 2021 and paid out in 2022).


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
55764
Session
2024-26
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Agriculture Finance Buckinghamshire Technology
Link
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