- 50% of eligible cost, up to £5,000*
- One-off payment
- Agreement duration: 10 years.
*Applications above this figure will be considered based on value to the catchment
Why is this good for water quality?
Using appropriate tillage equipment and technology allows soil to be worked more precisely and with less disturbance.
Reducing unnecessary soil movement helps prevent compaction and improve water infiltration, reducing surface runoff, and the transport of sediment, nutrients and pesticide residues to watercourses.
Why is this good for my farm?
Access to suitable tillage equipment can reduce time, labour and fuel use during establishment
Lower disturbance systems also support improved soil structure and resilience, helping crops establish more consistently and reducing longer-term costs.
Option Specification:
Evidence Requirements:
Evidence to Apply |
Evidence to Claim |
Maps showing the parcels where the equipment will be used. |
Photos - of machinery purchase or modifications made |
Quotes supporting the application cost. |
Invoices |
Evidence that compaction is an issue, for example, the Visual Evaluation of Soil Structure (VESS) test, penetrometer (measures soil compaction), infiltrometer (a proxy test to measure soil compaction) |
Repeat of the same test carried out at application stage, as evidence that compaction has been reduced (e.g. VESS test, penetrometer or infiltrometer) |
Description of current cropping and existing tillage equipment. |
Annual data collection form |
Agri Advisor justification explaining how the proposed equipment reduces compaction or soil disturbance. |
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What should I do if I want to apply?
If you would like to apply: