UP4: Management of moorland vegetation supplement
What is UP4?
UP4 is an action under the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) scheme. It pays £12 per year for management of moorland vegetation supplement.
What do I need to do?
* Follow a programme of management as agreed in UP3 - Management of moorland.
What evidence do I need?
Agreement holders will need to keep the following records and supply them on request:
* copies of the Wildfire Risk Assessment and, where required, the Wildfire Response Plan (agreed with fire service) and Wildfire Management Plan - for guidance and example plans see the Uplands Management Group template or Forestry Commission’s guide
Agreement holders will need to keep the following records and supply them on request:
* copies of the Wildfire Risk Assessment and, where required, the Wildfire Response Plan (agreed with fire service) and Wildfire Management Plan - for guidance and example plans see the Uplands Management Group template or Forestry Commission’s guide
The detailed requirements for this supplement will be tailored to the Higher Tier site. Applicants should discuss and agree these requirements with their adviser.
How much does UP4 pay?
UP4 pays £12 per year.
Which land is eligible?
Available for Countryside Stewardship Higher Tier With the UP3 - Management of moorland option. Only when land is within the moorland line and Severely Disadvantaged Areas (SDAs) and where one of the following is needed: * for the management of vegetation where additional interventions will be required, for example restoration burning or cutting follo
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