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Key Lessons: The New Environmental Improvement Plan

The government has just set out its new legally binding environmental targets. But what are they, and what do they mean for the UK land sector?  An overview This week, Defra announced their updated Environmental Improvement Plan, setting out new environmental legal requirements and expectations in line with the 2021 Environment Act, 25-year environment plan …

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Habitats, History and Technology: Mapping Devon with FWAG SouthWest

The Farming & Wildlife Advisory Group SouthWest (FWAG SW) is a registered charity that, for over 50 years, has represented farmers and landowners in the delivery of wildlife conservation from Gloucestershire to Cornwall. Founded by farmers, FWAG SW is uniquely positioned to provide advice and support to the farming community due to its long-standing agricultural associations and roots. 

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Countryside Stewardship: Look out for Educational Access (ED1)

Join a network of Farmer Hosts and open the world of food, farming and the countryside for primary schools in your local area. Add ED1 to your Countryside Stewardship map on the Land App now. Farmers could claim £309 per visit for Educational Access (ED1) by adding it to their Countryside Stewardship schemes this spring. …

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ELMs Test and Trial with the Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust

In this blog, we spoke to Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust. They are currently using Land App to create a coordinated management plan for ELMs in the Humberhead Levels. ELMs Test and Trial  One of the hottest topics within the land management sector is Defra’s upcoming Environmental Land Management schemes (ELMs). Set for release in 2024, the …

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Countryside Stewardship: Five Tips for Successful Applications

As of February 2022, The RPA’s Countryside Stewardship Scheme (CSS) has opened for applications for the penultimate time. However, while CSS may not be around for much longer, this year there is more reason than ever to apply. In light of the upcoming environmental land management schemes (ELMS), Defra have announced that there will be …

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