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Funding & Support: Processing payments, grants, and subsidies, including the Basic Payment Scheme, Agri-Environment Climate Scheme (AECS), and Forestry Grant Scheme.<\/span><\/p>

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Inspections & Compliance: Inspecting livestock and land to ensure compliance with cross-compliance regulations.<\/span><\/p>

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Land Management & Data: Managing the Land Parcel Information System (LPIS), updating agricultural maps, and handling land transfer applications.<\/span><\/p>

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Environmental Protection: Assessing Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) for agricultural projects, such as improving uncultivated land.<\/span><\/p>

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