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SFI SB2: Scrub control on difficult sites

SB2 is an action under the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) scheme.

Written by Sven Poppelmann

SB2: Scrub control on difficult sites

What is SB2?

SB2 is an action under the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) scheme. It pays per year for scrub control on difficult sites.

What do I need to do?

* Agree the specification with Natural England or the Forestry Commission

* Provide at least 3 written quotations with your application and agree the selected one

* Carry out scrub control during autumn and winter to the agreed specification

* Follow guidance on stump treatment and disposal of cut material

* Control re-growth

What evidence do I need?

You must keep and provide with your claim:

receipted invoices or bank statements where a receipted invoice is unavailable

photographs of the completed work

You must also keep and provide on request:

any consents or permissions connected with the work

How much does SB2 pay?

SB2 pays 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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