Countryside Stewardship Scheme and Environmental Stewardship Scheme
Commons · Question 25029 · Tabled 28 Aug 2026 · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs · Official record
Answered 18 Sep 2026
Question
Asked by Edward Morello
To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what steps she is taking to restore confidence among farmers in environmental land management and stewardship schemes.
Answer
Answered by Stephen Morgan, 18 Sep 2026
Defra remains committed to supporting farmers through Environmental Land Management and stewardship schemes. We are working with the RPA to improve scheme delivery. We are also strengthening our communications with farmers, providing clearer information a...