SFI on-farm: Hedgerows & Grant Support

Greenleigh Farm Greenleigh Farm, Chew Magna

The recent Defra announcement regarding an expanded SFI offer, available from late July 2024, have left many farmers wondering whether SFI is the right approach for them. Hedgerows are an increasingly popular component within farming rotations on South West farms. Their inclusion and attractive payment rate within Defra's Sustainable Farming Incentive means they are an option to consider carefully within ... Read More

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Soil Workshop with Symbiosis Soil Lab

Shillingford Organics Barton Lane, Exeter

This is part of a series of specialist soil workshops that will introduce farmers and landowners to the basics of soil microbiology. This is part of a series of specialist soil workshops that will introduce farmers and landowners to the basics of soil microbiology, and the practical steps that you can take to improve soil health. The workshop will include ... Read More

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The Latest Farm Grants Update: GRH6 Species-Rich Grassland SFI Action

Rosuick Farm Rosuick Farm, Helston

Discussion around species-rich grassland and how to identify suitable areas on your farm for its creation. This free workshop will include: Discussion on species-rich grassland and how to identify suitable areas on your farm for its creation Support available to source seed of local provenance and maintenance techniques to encourage botanical diversity Funding the maintenance of species-rich grassland, with a ... Read More

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