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Caretaker Minister Publishes Farm Buyout Plan Prioritizing 1‑Kilometer Zones Near Vulnerable Nature

The proposal seeks to cut livestock nitrogen near sensitive reserves by paying peak emitters to stop with an initial €750 million budget.

Overview

  • Farmers within one kilometer of overburdened nature areas receive first access on a first come, first serve basis.
  • Other livestock operations become eligible later only if funds remain.
  • The scheme pays peak emitters 110% of business value, reduced from 120% under the previous Rutte IV program.
  • Funding starts at €750 million with a possible additional €375 million.
  • Provinces such as Noord‑Brabant are advancing their own buyouts and measures as parliamentary doubts about the plan’s sufficiency continue.