Option 12 - Management of Moorland Grazing
What this is about
The aim of this option is to support changes in grazing management to benefit a wide range of habitats on moorland.
What this will achieve
This will encourage a wide range of habitats both for birds and animals to feed and breed, and for a wide range of insects and plants.
What you must do
Requirements
- You must prepare a moorland grazing plan and carry it out. The plan must be in place by the start of the scheme year, and should take account of the combined impacts of livestock and other grazing animals present on the land.
- The plan should describe the current condition and management of the moorland. It should propose changes in shepherding, managing livestock and feeding practices that will benefit the environment and wildlife.
- You must use the moorland for agricultural livestock production.
Who can apply
All land managers are eligible to apply for this option.
How to apply
Complete Section 4 of the LMO application form and columns M and N in your SAF Data Sheet using the code LMOMMG.
Eligibility criteria
'Moorland' means land with predominantly semi-natural upland vegetation or rock outcrops and semi-natural upland vegetation, which is primarily used for rough grazing.
Land receiving payments for similar management under other agri-environment schemes is not eligible under this option.
Rate of support
This is a 5 year commitment. We will pay you £1.30 per hectare per year. We will pay at the end of each year.
Inspections/Verification
The inspector will check the requirements of the option are being met (as detailed above under 'What you must do') by a visual assessment on the day of inspection.
You must comply with the requirements of cross compliance and the minimum requirements for fertiliser and plant protection products and you must avoid damaging or destroying any historic or archaeological features or areas (detailed in previous section).