Important update for farmers and breeders affected by the 1st June explosion

MaYA Foundation has been informed that the Agricultural and Rural Payments Agency (ARPA) has contacted beneficiaries of EAFRD funding, including those receiving support under land-based measures and other rural development schemes.

Since certain funding commitments may remain subject to checks and inspections for a number of years, farmers and breeders whose ability to honour these commitments was affected by the explosion are urged to submit a Force Majeure request by 30th June 2026.

This applies to situations where commitments linked to these schemes may have been disrupted as a direct result of the incident and helps prevent possible deductions or penalties related to these obligations.

It is important to clarify that this process is not a request for compensation for damages or losses suffered.

For further information or assistance, affected beneficiaries should contact ARPA directly on arpa.mafa@gov.mt or by phone: 2292 6148.