215 West Tyrone farm businesses secure £2.65m of funding though Sustainable Farming Investment Scheme

SDLP West Tyrone MLA., Daniel McCrossan, has welcomed new figures showing that West Tyrone secured the highest number of successful applicants and the largest funding allocation under the first round of the Sustainable Farming Investment Scheme.

Figures released by the Department show that 215 farm businesses in West Tyrone received 225 Letters of Offer, securing £2.66 million in funding, the highest allocation of any constituency.

"These figures are a tremendous vote of confidence in the farming community in West Tyrone. With 215 businesses receiving 225 Letters of Offer and more than £2.65 million allocated, our constituency has secured the highest level of support anywhere in the North.

"This investment will help local farmers improve efficiency, modernise their operations and build more sustainable businesses for the future. It reflects the crucial role agriculture plays in our local economy and rural communities," said Mr McCrossan.

He added: "Farmers across West Tyrone continue to face significant pressures, from rising costs to market uncertainty, so this funding will provide a welcome boost for many family farms.

"I will continue working to ensure that local farmers receive the support they need and that West Tyrone remains at the forefront of future agricultural investment."