Farmers have repeatedly complained of the pressure caused by having to undergo multiple checks throughout the year. Member States already have the possibility to group several checks into a single field visit. In order to reduce the number of field visits per farm and thereby alleviate the administrative burden on beneficiaries, where possible, Member States should not select a beneficiary that has already been selected for an on-the-spot check for that year, except when the circumstances require a further check to ensure the protection of the financial interests of the Union. In addition, that reduction should not reduce the level of checks. For that purpose, Article 60(1) of Regulation (EU) 2021/2116 should be amended accordingly.
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