The Department reminds farmers of latest date for spreading lime under the 2023 National Liming Programme

Farmers are reminded that the latest date for spreading lime in the 2023 National Liming Programme is Thursday 31 October 2024.

The Liming Programme was introduced by the Minister in Spring 2023 to incentivise the use of lime as a natural soil conditioner which correct soil acidity, make nutrients more available for plant uptake and improve overall soil health. Over 14,500 claims were submitted under the National Liming Programme with advance payments issued to farmers in December 2023.

The Department confirmed that over €7.6 million has been paid out to date, while over 8,000 applicants have received their full payment. Balancing payments will issue to remaining farmers as proof of spreading is confirmed, including through the National Fertiliser Database, and outstanding queries are addressed.

The latest date for spreading is the 31st October and no further extensions will apply.

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