The fodder scheme is targeted at the worst affected district electoral divisions and, while some farmers in other areas were also affected by fodder difficulties, the aim of the present scheme is to provide assistance to those who suffered the most hardship. In addition it should be noted that all sheep farmers with mountain grazings as per the sheep headage scheme will benefit under the scheme. A sum of £10 million is being provided for this purpose with a ceiling of £300 per farmer. All farmers entitled to assistance under the appropriate categories will be paid as quickly as possible.