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As I am conscious that farmers will be extremely busy during the current spell of weather, I am extending the deadline for the fuel support scheme. I want to ensure that no one is left behind.

The call from farm organisations for additional supports will be considered when the full picture is available and in the context of Budget 2027.

We have seen a strong response to the Fuel Income Support Scheme among farmers and contractors to date including a large number of applications received over the weekend and the past two days.

Farm payments are a critical element of farmers' income. The increase in the advance payment rate will assist farmers with cash flow, which is of critical importance, particularly to those farmers who are experiencing higher costs at…