The latest trance of TAMS II now includes grant aid for grass measuring equipment. The reference cost is €950/unit. The reference cost explanatory notes state that this cost includes the system hardware and the plate/pole.
The latest trance of TAMS II now includes grant aid for grass measuring equipment. The reference cost is €950/unit.
The reference cost explanatory notes state that this cost includes the system hardware and the plate/pole.
It also states that the applicant must have a compatible smart device when purchasing the equipment.
The minimum investment remains at €2,000 excluding VAT, so if a farmer wishes to apply for grant aid it will need to be teamed up with another investment.
Sheep fencing
Sheep fencing is €5.34/m for lowland fencing and €8.01/m for mountain fencing. A fixed sheep handling unit is €73.20/m2, while a fixed unit with a dipping tub is €99.50/m2.A portable race is €881.96 for a basic unit. A portable unit with wheels costs €3,186.54, while associated penning is €27.93/m. Other relevant equipment is €845.92 for a weighing scales, €654 for a batch footbath and €847 for a rollover crate, with all costs excluding VAT.The current tranche remains open until 6 October 2017. Note that applications must be submitted online.
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