Farm advice

Woodland Creation Grant & Management Plans

The woodland creation grant is open throughout the year. This 2-year standalone grant provides funding to supply, plant, weed and protect young trees, payments are capped at £6,800/ha. Read more

Farm Habitats and Species

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. Read more

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. Read more

Natural Flood Management

FWAG SW are furthering research into Natural Flood Management, and encouraging a shift in thinking; away from dredging, concrete flood defenses and culverts, and the idea of getting the water off of the land as quickly as possible, towards concepts of 'Slow the Flow, Natural Flood Management as well as land management and soil husbandry. Read more

Soil management

Soil and water are the most important resources on a farm. Maintaining and retaining soil in good condition is vital for future profitability, while the efficient use of manures can significantly reduce fertiliser costs and protect the environment. Read more

Compliance

FWAG SouthWest Advisers can help you meet environmental regulations by going through your paperwork and taking a farm tour. Visits are tailored to your needs and can cover multiple regulations including: Cross compliance, Greening, NVZ’s and stewardship agreements. Read more

Assurance schemes

Each assurance scheme requires a conservation plan that considers a wide range of potential features; whether it is archaeological interest, protected species or priority habitats. Working with the requirements of the assurance scheme FWAG SouthWest can assist you in preparing a plan that enables you to meet the requirements. Read more

Renewable Energy

Utilising renewable energy on farms can help improve the financial and environmental sustainability of farm businesses. FWAG SouthWest provides a range of services to enhance and develop renewable energy on your farm. Read more

Greening

Greening continues to be a requirement for many farmers with arable land claiming Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) entitlements. Click here to find out more about the latest Greening requirements. Read more

Latest

Entry #3 - James Maben: Take me to the River

Since a child I have been fascinated by water, particularly streams and rivers, and can vividly remember catching bullheads with my hands, building dams and generally messing about in our local stream. That interest has stuck with me throughout life and I’ve ended up working in the environment sector on a range of river restoration and conservation projects. Read the full post by clicking here...

Somerset Projects

Entry #2 - Adam Lockyear: Regeneration

Regenerative agriculture is the latest buzz word. I am always sceptical about branding as the most important factor is the farmer them self and their attitude towards their business and the environment, not a label. Read the full post by clicking here...

Business as Usual – Almost

Click here for an update from FWAG SouthWest's Gary Rumbold regarding the current Government guidance

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Hills to Levels

Hills to Levels is a holistic catchment management approach, which began across catchments in Somerset, aiming to ‘slow the flow’ to reduce flood risk, reduce erosion, improve water quality, deliver wider environmental benefits and increase resilience on the floodplain.

Kingfisher Project

The Kingfisher Award Scheme (KAS) provides children with the opportunity to go onto farms to explore the natural world.

Farm Plastic Recycling Scheme

The first FWAG Farm Plastic Recycling Scheme began in 2004 and has taken place annually ever since. The aim of the scheme is to provide farmers with a responsible, environmentally sound way to recycle plastic, preventing it from going to landfill. The scheme is simple and straight forward, with no membership fees so the farmers only pay for the plastic they bring.