The Welsh Dairy Show returned to Carmarthenshire this week after a three-year hiatus because of the Covid-19 pandemic.
The Welsh government attended the show with its own stall, informing people about its Sustainable Farming Scheme (SFS) and co-design programme.
The government has extended its SFS online survey until Monday, November 21, ensuring people provide their feedback on the proposed actions and processes of the scheme.
The scheme hopes to support the sustainable production of food, improve biodiversity, and strengthen the rural economy.
A Welsh government spokesperson said: “The SFS signifies a major change and will be vital in supporting Welsh farmers to deliver a more resilient environment and rural economy.
“Farmers will be provided with financial support for the work they do to meet the challenges of the climate and nature emergencies alongside the sustainable production of food.
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“Creating a new system of farm support that will maximise the protective power of nature through farming, recognising the particular needs of family farms in Wales and acknowledging ecologically sustainable local food production is a Programme for Government commitment.
“The Farm Liaison Service and Farming Connect will also be at the show to provide support to farmers on other areas.”
Rural Affairs Minister Lesley Griffiths said: “It is great to see the Welsh Dairy Show returning after a three-year absence.
“We have a fantastic dairy industry here in Wales and I am pleased so many people came together in Carmarthen to celebrate the sector and its successes.
“The event also provides an opportunity for people to come and speak with us and help us with the development of our Sustainable Farming Scheme.
“In the summer, I published the outline proposals of the scheme in significantly more detail than has been shared previously. This included outlining its structure, information on proposed actions, and the process through which farmers can apply.
“Working with our farmers is vital in ensuring this Scheme works for them and Wales as a whole. I encourage everyone with an interest to visit our stand and also provide their feedback through our online survey.”
The survey can be found at https://icfconsulting.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_d6Jvuu5AhsN2nJA.
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