FG14: Badger gate
What is FG14?
FG14 is an action under the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) scheme. It pays £61.81 per year for badger gate.
What do I need to do?
* Use non-toxic, low odour, preservative-treated wood and ensure no exposed nails or rough edges.
* Fit the gate frame and floor block into the fence , stapling wire to the frame, and sinking it to ground level.
* Either allow badgers to use an open gate before fitting a freely pivoting wooden flap , or fit the flap and hold it open with wire until regular use.
Construct the gate to specific dimensions: lap (250x200x40mm), lintel (285x40x40mm), floor block (205x40x40mm), and 2 uprights (450x40x40mm).
use wood treated with a non-toxic, low odour and preservative product
What evidence do I need?
You must keep photographs of the completed work and provide with your claim.
You must also keep and provide on request:
any consents or permissions connected with the work
receipted invoices or bank statements where a receipted invoice is unavailable
* photographs of the existing site before work starts
How much does FG14 pay?
FG14 pays £61.81 per year.
Which land is eligible?
See GOV.UK guidance for full eligibility details and land use requirements.
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This information is provided by Farmwalk based on published government guidance. Always check the latest guidance on GOV.UK.