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Open to all farmers and land managers in reurn for simple environmental management of their land
Guaranteed acceptance if you meet the points - 30 per hectare = £30/hectare.
Points are earnt from a wide range of management options (nearly 60)
Monthly application deadline but need correct Rural Land Registry Map(s)
Organic Level

Similar to the Entry Level but available to all farmers managing all or part of their land organically -60 points per hectare = £60/hectare
Higher Level

A discrectionary scheme seeking to deliver significant environmental benefits in high priority situation/areas through appropriate management tailored to local situations.
A more complicated application process including the preparation of a Farm Environmental Plan
Includes grants for a wide range of capital works
Application deadlines for 2005 - 30 September & 31 December