Applications for the 2022 Countryside Stewardship scheme opened on 9th February. There are options for those who’ve never been, or are no longer, in a scheme as well as new “Offers” and Capital grants too. There are several important changes in this round including broadening the options available and making these easier to apply for. There are many grassland options… Read more →
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Positive steps for the future – mapping your meadows
Planning a mid-tier application with grassland management options? Thinking ahead for future schemes? Action now could help you quality for the higher mid-tier payment rate, GS6 Management of Species Rich Grassland, one of the options available to support priority habitats and species and which requires endorsement and written approval from Natural England. It might also ensure eligibility in future schemes… Read more →
Have your say in the ELM policy discussion – closes 31 July 2020
This is a chance to feed your ideas and views on grassland, and other crops and habitats, to The Environmental Land Management (ELM) scheme that is the new agricultural policy for England. You can feedback to DEFRA on the discussion questions as an individual You can also feed comments on meadows and diverse swards to Caroline Hanks who is collating… Read more →
Stewardship Claim deadline extended to 15 June 2020
This is a gentle reminder that all that Countryside Stewardship claims (described as Multi Annual Stewardship claims) plus any supporting evidence are due by midnight on 15th June 2020. This is an extension of a month from the usual May deadline. Environmental Stewardship Annual Claim Forms must also be returned to RPA by the same deadline Please see here for… Read more →