TE7: Tree guard (wood post and rail)
What is TE7?
TE7 is an action under the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) scheme. It pays £109.64 per year for tree guard (wood post and rail).
What do I need to do?
* Erect tree guards at least 2 metres high which have:
* 4 treated timber corner posts
* 5cm diameter top and middle rails
A bottom rail if grazing animals are likely to get underneath
Posts placed so grazing animals cannot reach within 0.5m of the tree stem
What evidence do I need?
You must keep photographs of the completed work and provide them 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 existing trees to be protected
How much does TE7 pay?
TE7 pays £109.64 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.