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SFI FG8: Anti-predator temporary electric fencing

FG8 is an action under the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) scheme. Pays \xA32.84.

Written by Sven Poppelmann

FG8: Anti-predator temporary electric fencing

What is FG8?

FG8 is an action under the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) scheme. It pays £2.84 per year for anti-predator temporary electric fencing.

What do I need to do?

* Agree a fence specification with Natural England in year 1.

* Create a temporary electric anti-predator fence meeting the agreed specification and timings.

* Regularly check for target predators within the enclosure.

* Prevent vegetation from touching live wires.

* agree with Natural England a specification for the fence in year 1 of your agreement

What evidence do I need?

You must keep and provide with your claim:

photographs of the completed work

a detailed specification

records of the number of breeding pairs and breeding productivity of target species within and (as far as possible) outside the fence

You must also keep and provide on request:

How much does FG8 pay?

FG8 pays £2.84 per year.

Which land is eligible?

See GOV.UK guidance for full eligibility details and land use requirements.

Related links

This information is provided by Farmwalk based on published government guidance. Always check the latest guidance on GOV.UK.

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