LV7: Livestock troughs
What is LV7?
LV7 is an action under the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) scheme. It pays £152.92 per year for livestock troughs.
What do I need to do?
* Ensure troughs are made of galvanised steel, concrete, GRC, or polyethylene
* Connect troughs to a water supply or bowser
* Troughs must have a ball valve and service box and comply with British standard BS3445 for water troughs
* Meet the Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations 1999 if using a mains water supply
* make sure the trough is made of galvanised steel, concrete, spray-moulded glass-reinforced cement (GRC) or polyethylene
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 site before works start
How much does LV7 pay?
LV7 pays £152.92 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.