MOR1: Assess moorland and produce a written record
What is MOR1?
MOR1 is an action under the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) scheme. It pays £10.60 per year for assess moorland and produce a written record.
What do I need to do?
* Complete a survey of the moorland area, dividing it into 10ha blocks.
* Select a representative sample point within each block.
At each sample point, identify, assess, and record:
Soil types and condition , including peat depth and wetness.
* Vegetation types and condition , including height and structure.
What evidence do I need?
You must keep a written record of your:
survey of the moorland
assessment of the environmental benefits the moorland is already providing
* assessment of opportunities to maintain, enhance or restore the moorland to keep providing environmental benefits or provide more
You must supply this evidence when we ask for it.
How much does MOR1 pay?
MOR1 pays £10.60 per year.
Which land is eligible?
---|---|--- Moorland | PG01 | Permanent grassland Non-agricultural areas, such as scrub, scree, bracken and bog | Non-agricultural | Other (non-agricultural) The glossary (annex C) explains what we mean by land types, land use codes and compatible land covers. You can only apply for this action on the total SFI available area in each land parcel shown in your SFI application. You cannot apply for it on part of that area. You cannot enter land above the moorland line into this action if it’s: * f
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