LV2: Livestock handling facilities

Grants for livestock handling facilities to improve animal welfare and farm efficiency. Up to 80% of actual costs covered. Must be agreed with Natural England adviser.

Who can apply

Farmers and land managers in England with a Natural England agreement, introducing new management or needing substantial change in grazing management.

Perks & benefits

Adviser support from Natural England

Key contacts

Natural England Adviser
Adviser
[email protected]

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Deadline

December 31, 2026

Opens

January 2, 2025

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Eligibility criteria

You can use this item with the agreement of Natural England alongside a management action or option
You must be introducing a new management regime on the site or need a substantial change in grazing management
Livestock handling facilities must be essential for carrying out the associated land management action or option
You cannot use this item if existing handling facilities are available
You cannot use this item if the site is not grazed
You cannot use this item if it’ll damage peat exposures or other sensitive soils
You cannot use this item if it’ll lead to poaching (trampling) damage
You cannot use this item if it’ll damage historic or archaeological features

LV2: Livestock handling facilities

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