TE16: Use tree surgery to ‘hinge’ a tree into a watercourse
What is TE16?
TE16 is an action under the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) scheme. It pays £95.26 per year for use tree surgery to ‘hinge’ a tree into a watercourse.
What do I need to do?
* Follow an approved tree hinging plan from Natural England or the Forestry Commission.
* Cut the tree or single stem approximately halfway through near its base.
* Anchor the end of the tree or stem using biodegradable materials if needed.
* Ensure the hinged tree is leaky enough for fish and sediment.
* Protect the hinged tree from grazing and maintain it as per your plan.
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, permissions, plans or studies connected with the work – tree hinging may require a flood risk activity permit or ordinary water course consent from your Flood Risk Authority
receipted invoices or bank statements where a receipted invoice is unavailable
* records of when the tree hinging surgery was done and by whom
How much does TE16 pay?
TE16 pays £95.26 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.