GS14: Creation of grassland for target features
What is GS14?
GS14 is an action under the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) scheme. It pays £528 per year for creation of grassland for target features.
What do I need to do?
* Establish a grassy sward with a range of grass, legume, and wildflower species in the first year.
* Maintain the established sward as permanent grassland , ensuring a range of plant heights suitable for invertebrates and birds.
* Manage the grassland by grazing or cutting , and maintain continuous cover over historic features.
* Use little or no manure, fertiliser, pesticide, or supplementary feed.
* Agree a detailed implementation timetable for grassland creation and management with your adviser.
What evidence do I need?
On your annual claim you must declare that you have not carried out any activities prohibited by the option requirements.
You must keep the following records and supply them on request:
receipted invoices, consents or permissions connected with the work
field operations at the parcel level, including associated invoices
* a standard soil analysis carried out in the last 5 years. The rules for farmers and land managers to prevent water pollution already require farmers and land managers to carry out soil testing on cultivated agricultural land - you can use these test results to meet the record-keeping requirements for this option
How much does GS14 pay?
GS14 pays £528 per year.
Which land is eligible?
It is available for Countryside Stewardship Higher Tier on whole or part parcels, only on arable, temporary or former set-aside grassland that has low or moderate potential for the creation of grassland priority habitat.
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This information is provided by Farmwalk based on published government guidance. Always check the latest guidance on GOV.UK.