Measures
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Tree Planting
New woodland creation should only include native species (see factsheet). Please account for fencing to enclose the entire new woodland when considering your bid. For instances where walls, hedgerows or fencing currently exist and would act to protect the proposed new woodland from one side, single fencing only may be required. You do not need to make a separate bid for fencing.download factsheet
Fencing along waterways (unplanted)
Restricting livestock access to channel banks and watercourses reduces the impact of trampling, poaching and bank erosion which all negatively affect water quality. Leaving a minimum of 2 metres between the watercourse and the fence is mandatory but this buffer strip can be left to re-vegetate naturally. You may wish to consider a separate bid for drinking points alongside this measure.download factsheet
Fencing along waterways (planted)
Restricting livestock access to channel banks and watercourses reduces the impact of trampling, poaching and bank erosion which all negatively affect water quality. Leaving a minimum of 2 metres between the watercourse and the fence is mandatory but this buffer strip can be planted with trees/ shrubs. You may wish to consider a separate bid for drinking points alongside this measure.download factsheet
Soil Aeration
Compaction of grassland is a common problem caused by livestock and heavy machinery which reduces grazing potential. An aerator pulled behind a tractor uses its spikes / blades to cut through the compacted layers of soil, opening up fissures for better drainage, more efficient use of nutrients and healthier grass.download factsheet
New Hedgerows (single line of fencing)
New hedgerows should only include native species (see factsheet). Please account for fencing to enclose the entire hedge when considering your bid. For instances where walls or fencing currently exist and would act to protect the proposed new hedge from one side, single fencing only may be required. You do not need to make a separate bid for fencing.download factsheet
New Hedgerows (double line of fencing)
New hedgerows should only include native species (see factsheet). Please account for fencing to enclose the entire hedge when considering your bid. This measure is for hedgerows which have no existing fence or wall to protect it. You do not need to make a separate bid for fencing.download factsheet
