CORBUN: Rural Payments and Services
What is this option?
This management option supports rural payments and services under the Scottish Agri-Environment Climate Scheme (AECS).
What do I need to do?
do not roll, harrow or graze the area from 1 May until 1 August inclusive
do not apply lime, fertiliser, slurry or farmyard manure from 1 May until 1 August inclusive
the field must be mown, but not before 1 August
the hay or silage must be cut in a wildlife-friendly manner
a strip of grass at least two metres wide around the field boundaries must be left uncut
this uncut strip must be grazed down before the next exclusion period
do not spray, except for the spot-treatment of injurious weeds (requires prior written notification) or treatment of invasive species (requires prior written approval)
you must maintain a diary
Ancient Wood Pasture
Away Wintering Sheep
Payment
Contact RPID for payment rates
How to apply
Applications are made through the Scottish Government's Rural Payments and Services portal. You must be registered with Rural Payments and Services (RP&S) to apply.
For application guidance and deadlines, visit the AECS scheme page on the Rural Payments and Services website.
Who can help
Rural Payments and Inspections Division (RPID) - for application guidance and scheme administration
NatureScot - for environmental advice and endorsements where required
Farmwalk - for digital farm mapping and environmental compliance support
Contact your local RPID office for specific guidance on this option.
This information is provided by Farmwalk based on published government guidance. Always check the latest guidance on GOV.UK.