SFI Applications Close
Defra has announced that from 11th March it has stopped accepting new applications for the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) scheme.
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HLS & CSHT Update
To better reflect the contributions made by those with HLS agreements and to support the continued protection and management of these sites, Defra are increasing HLS payment rates.
Capital Grants Update for 2025/26
Following the temporary closure of the Capital Grants scheme in November 2024, Defra has announced that sufficient funding has been secured for 2025/26.
Hedgerow Regulations: Updated Guidance
Following a public consultation, the RPA have published their formal consultation response and the final statutory guidance on The Management of Hedgerows (England) Regulations 2024.
New Peatland Restoration Funding
Landowners across Wales are being encouraged to support Wales’ peatland restoration ambitions and apply for a share of a £700k funding pot aimed at restoring the nation’s irreplaceable landscapes.
