RP23: Installation of livestock drinking troughs (in draining pens for freshly dipped sheep)
What is RP23?
RP23 is an action under the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) scheme. It pays £152.92 per year for installation of livestock drinking troughs (in draining pens for freshly dipped sheep).
What do I need to do?
* Install the water trough on a level hard base in either the draining pen or a fenced area
* Ensure the trough is made of galvanised steel, concrete, spray-moulded glass-reinforced cement (GRC) or polyethylene
*[company/connect|Connect]] the trough to a water supply** (mains or bowser), complying with the [Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations 1999 if using mains
* Ensure pipework is medium-density blue polyethylene with an external diameter of at least 25 millimetres (mm) , with watertight brass or plastic joints
* Bury the pipework below cultivation depth (to at least 600mm) or as determined by the local water supplier
What evidence do I need?
You must keep written support from your Catchment Sensitive Farming adviser and provide this with your application.
You must also keep and provide with your claim:
photographs of the completed work
any consents or permissions connected with the work, including from the local planning authority
If you do not need consent or permission from your local planning authority, you must provide evidence to show this. This can be a:
How much does RP23 pay?
RP23 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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