A competitive scheme administered by Natural England HLS has a wide range of local and national targets.
The scheme aims to provide financial rewards to those farmers who can deliver significant environmental and public benefits.
HLS agreements are generally underpinned by ELS or OELS agreements and provide annual and capital payments for land management activities that help to meet the scheme objectives.
CLM have a wealth of experienced in putting together and submitting HLS applications having submitted more than 100 applications since 2005. The application process involves an initial consultation with Natural England before completing a detailed FEP (Farm Environment Plan) survey of the farm. The results of this survey are then used to put together a suite of ELS/OELS and HLS options that meet with Natural England's approval and more importantly fit with your management regime and aspirations for agri-environment income.
Wintering Wader habitat on a Dairy Farm, Pevensey Levels SSSI
