The Hidden Costs of ACRES: A Closer Look at the True Expense of Participating in the Popular Agri-Environment Scheme
Work and investment required will vary for each region and from farm to farm
While many farmers will attempt to get the most out of the payment by doing much of the work themselves, others will need to invest in materials, equipment and expert advice if they are to successfully fulfil their ACRES obligations. Photo: Getty
The 46,000 farmers who have applied to join the new Agri-Climate Rural Environmental Scheme (ACRES) will face a number of different costs — both financial and labour — if they are to make the scheme work for them on their farms.
While many farmers will attempt to get the most out of the payment by doing much of the work themselves, others will need to invest in materials, equipment and expert advice if they are to successfully fulfil their ACRES obligations.
