Agri-environment schemes have been compulsory for all EU Member States since 1992. These schemes are intended to target money at farming practices and measures, which allow wildlife to thrive, maintain clean air and water, and protect the cultural landscape.
Examples from…
The Netherlands: The wide skies of Groningen, Netherlands, are once again graced with the majesty of the Montagu’s harrier. The story of the recovery of this magnificent bird of prey begins with a happy accident, but continues with the implementation of beneficial agricultural policies including agri-environment. Read more…
Scotland: The east of Scotland in the UK is a patchwork of sheep and cattle farming, mixed with spring and winter cereals. Oats, wheat, barley and potatoes are grown alongside hay and silage. But in this apparent farmland bird paradise, something went wrong, and corn buntings were one of the casualties. Read more…
Further reading:
More case studies of successful agri-environment schemes in Seeds of Success
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