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Rural professionals gathered in February 2026 for a forward-looking conference focused on the launch of the Sustainable Farming Scheme (SFS) 2026, farm diversification, financial resilience and the growing influence of technology in agriculture in Wales.

Published on February 13th, 2026

The event provided a comprehensive overview of the SFS, which will replace the Basic Payment Scheme as the primary source of agricultural support in Wales. Built around the objectives of the Agriculture (Wales) Act 2023, the Scheme aims to support sustainable food production while delivering environmental, social and cultural benefits across Wales

Sustainable Farming Scheme – Key Milestones

Delegates heard detailed guidance on the structure of the Scheme, including the Universal, Optional and Collaborative Layers