- £300 per hectare per year
- Annual equal payments
- 4 Year Agreement
Why is this good for water quality?
Low input leys can improve soil organic matter which can benefit subsequent arable crops. Diverse root systems from mixed species enhance organic matter at different depths and support soil biology.
A period of low input to soils encourages natural processes (e.g. nitrogen fixation, diverse rooting, soil microbiome recovery), improves soil structure and ultimately results in less reliance on artificial products, which can pollute water sources through leaching and runoff.
Why is this good for my farm?
Low-input leys build long-term soil fertility, supporting better yields in subsequent arable crops.
This reduces the reliance on external inputs such as synthetic fertilisers and pesticides
Option Specification:
Evidence Requirements:
Evidence to Apply |
Evidence to Claim |
Maps to show areas covered |
Invoices for seed mix used and amounts |
Representative photos of the target fields when in the previous crop |
Photos of the ley established |
Proposed seed mix and rate |
Annual data collection form |
EA ALERT mapping |
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PM plan for pesticide catchments |
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What should I do if I want to apply?
If you would like to apply: