FWAG was honestly one of the best places I could have picked to do my work experience at. Read the full post from Rory by clicking here... Read more
The course is a two-day intensive business start-up bootcamp, followed by ten weeks of online support. Click here for further information... Read more
The Soil Farm Carbon Code pilot is supported by a consortium of organisations that have created the background potential for the Code, offering extensive expertise. This project will be a catalyst for further grant and academic funding well beyond the completion of the the project activities. The code will provide a framework to evidence the economic value of scientific research into soil carbon sequestration. Click here to read the full press release, outlining the Code in more detail... Read more
Now the grass is growing, and the flowers are out, it is a good time to look at your fields and see how flowery they are. Click here to find out more... Read more
Supporting fellow farmers, for over 50 years, to value the environmental assets on their land and use them for a sustainable and profitable future.
We can guide you through any project, arranging surveys and plans to satisfy local planning authority requirements and ensuring the project delivers the maximum wildlife and amenity value.
FWAG SW has a wealth of experience in the range of grants on offer and their suitability for your farm business. We can prepare and submit an application on your behalf and help with your evidence and record keeping requirements.
The Environmental Land-Management System (ELMS) is being developed by DEFRA as a potential new payment methodology that is planned to replace current Basic Payment Scheme and Countryside Stewardship.
Are you looking to create or restore a pond on your farm? This could be the opportunity for you. As part of Natural England’s District Level Licensing, up to 100% funding is available to create or restore existing ponds with Great Crested Newts at the forefront of the pond design. Click here to register your interest...
Somerset Catchment Partnership is bringing together a range of organisations who work within the water environments of Somerset since 2013.
144
Countryside Stewardship agreements were submitted, on behalf of farmers, in 2020
£11,851,000
of grants will be paid to these farmers in the south west over the next 5 years
Plus £5.8m
for capital investments
FWAG SouthWest currently run county based competitions in Cornwall, Devon, Gloucestershire and Somerset. Are you a farmer who carefully considers methods of conservation and sustainability when farming your land? If you would like to find out more about these competitions, and find out how to enter, click here.
JOIN US! Become a friend or a member and you'll be helping to create a better farmed environment for everyone across the South West.
Volunteering with FWAG SouthWest is a brilliant opportunity to gain on the ground experience in conservation, a way of giving your time to our charity and something for your CV, as well as a chance to meet new people in your area and have fun! Click here if you think you may want to get involved!
Farmers will be able to bid for funding for up to 12 environmental measures on their farm, in Somerset’s biggest online auction to date. The auction will run from 1 – 15 March 2021. Click here to read the full press release... Read more
EnTrade is operating a Catchment Market in parts of the River Tone and Parrett catchments (including the Yeo), to improve water quality and biodiversity. Click here for full details... Read more
As part of national Hedgerow Week, The FWAG Association have made three short films promoting how farmers care for their hedges. Click here for more information and to see the videos... Read more