FG3: Permanent electric fencing
What is FG3?
FG3 is an action under the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) scheme. It pays £5.66 per year for permanent electric fencing.
What do I need to do?
* Install a mains-operated permanent electric fence according to manufacturer's recommendations.
You must install a mains-operated energiser in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations.
erect wire fencing at least 1.05m high using a minimum of 4 mild steel or high tensile plain wires attached to the posts with suitable insulators
use straining posts with a top diameter of at least 150 millimetres (mm) by at least 2.1m long spaced according to the type of wire used
* use struts 2.1m long, with a top diameter of least 75mm, morticed (cut) into straining posts – you can use a box strainer with or instead of a strut
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
How much does FG3 pay?
FG3 pays £5.66 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.