WN12: Create or restore ponds up to 2 hectares
What is WN12?
WN12 is an action under the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) scheme. It pays £1879.46 per year for create or restore ponds up to 2 hectares.
What do I need to do?
* For pond creation:
* Peg an irregular pond outline before excavation.
* Create a pond of at least 50m² with varied depths , including shallow margins and pools no deeper than 1.5m.
* Ensure most margins are gently sloping to create a large drawdown zone.
* Establish a natural or semi-natural buffer of at least 10m if next to cultivated land or intensive grassland.
What evidence do I need?
You must keep and provide with your claim:
photographs of the site during the different stages of construction
contracts, invoices or other documents confirming the technical specification for the completed works
* photographs of the completed work
You must also keep and provide on request:
How much does WN12 pay?
WN12 pays £1879.46 per year.
Which land is eligible?
See GOV.UK guidance for full eligibility details and land use requirements.
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