Measures
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woodland planting
Well-sited and well-managed woodland can help to deliver multiple benefits to floodplains and riparian areas. Strips, lines, field corners and larger areas are all eligible. For the purposes of this auction, WRT will supply trees inc. guards and stakes ready for planting via their agreed final price. download factsheet
aerating / subsoiling
Aerating fields helps to reduce compaction post harvest/grazing allowing increased rainwater infiltration and reduced run off. download factsheet
fencing
Fencing strategically located along watercourses will help to provide water quality improvements by removing direct access to for livestock and allowing vegetation to flourish which stabilises riverbanks and traps nutrient run off. This measure can be used in application with buffer strips to create a wider margin of protection. download factsheet
buffering
Buffering strips or areas are placed strategically along water courses to help improve water quality. This measure can be used in application with fencing to further increase its effectiveness. download factsheet
cover crops
Cover cropping helps to protect and improve soil in between periods of regular crops, through reducing area and period of bare ground which can lead to erosion and run off. download factsheet
ponds and wetlands
Settlement ponds and constructed wetlands placed strategically in water courses will catch and contain silt and nutrients leaving the land. download factsheet
check dams
Check dams placed strategically in ditches can slow the force and flow of water, reducing scouring of banks and ditches and allowing silt to settle out before water moves downstream. download factsheet
