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FWAG South East, the association of farm environment advisers for the SE region.

We provide independent conservation advice to farmers and land managers for a sustainable and profitable farming future.

16/06/2026

This week the team are out doing arable plant surveys at the Arundel Estate in West Sussex. Arable plants have evolved to cope with cultivated landscapes and there are approximately 150 arable plant species across Britain! You’ll often find them in field corners which receive low chemical and fertiliser inputs.

12/06/2026

Every six months we come together to share knowledge, strengthen our skills and enjoy some team time. This June took us to Quex Park where Advisor Jack gave us an insight into his vegetable business, as well as some agronomy-focused discussions.
You may spot new faces in the photos as we welcome two new Assistant Advisors to the team, Charlotte and Nadya!

07/06/2026

Belinda, Suzie and Sam spent today supporting their local Open Farm Sunday events. It was a great day out discussing farm cluster groups, farming and wildlife.

🪱The use of some very realistic looking rubber worms provided a fun bit of competition on the stands!

06/06/2026

This week the Wi******er Downs cluster group, facilitated by James, had a group meeting at Holden Farm. In between the rain and thunderstorms they looked at the flower rich margins and ponds. Discussions included cropping, establishment of bird covers and farm diversification 🌻

30/05/2026

The sustainable farming incentive (SFI) is re-opening in June for those without a current environmental land management (ELM) scheme and that are between 3-50ha. SFI 2026 includes 71 actions which farmers and land managers can be paid for to protect the environment, support food production and improve productivity

FWAG South East can provide advice on what to apply for and make the application on your behalf.

The previous application window was closed unexpectedly due to a high volume of uptake. Therefore we advise getting in contact sooner rather than later!

📧Contact us on [email protected] for more information

21/05/2026

Last week we wished a happy retirement to Shaun Page, who has had an incredible 25 years at FWAG South East!
🍇A trip to Albury Vineyard was the perfect place to mark the occasion. A place well visited by Shaun over the years to give environmental advice. The day finished with a gathering at the pub where lots of stories and memories from Shaun’s career were shared!
🍩The office doughnuts will be missed but we wish you all the best in your retirement Shaun!

13/05/2026

This week the Southern Streams Farmers Group and Candover Valley Farmers Group, headed north to the Allerton project. Both farm groups are facilitated by our senior farm environment advisor Belinda.

The Allerton project is a Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust (GWCT) demonstration farm in Leicestershire. It showcases how agriculture can work alongside wildlife conservation and environmental stewardship. The groups learnt about the current research into landscape and wildlife monitoring, soil health and the environmental challenges which the project, like most farms has been facing in recent years.

Thank you to Joe Stanley and Jenny Bussell for an informative and engaging day!

11/05/2026

Last week the team were out surveying pollinator transects across the Southern Streams Farmers Group.

These surveys were providing a snapshot of the butterflies, bees and other pollinators using the flowers across the farms. Pollinators provide a vital role in the farm ecosystem and it was great to see such a diversity of species during the surveys!

16/04/2026

Ancient woodlands are some of the most diverse habitats, defined by centuries of continuous woodland cover. While maps can help with identifying the age of a woodland, looking at the ground flora at this time of year is also indicative.
Many woodland plants colonise areas very slowly, so a large area covered by a species such as bluebells is often an indicator that the woodland has been around for many years! Although most woodlands will have been replanted over time, the long established soils and plants will remain. Other plant species you may find in an ancient woodland are wild garlic, dogs mercury, primrose and wood anemone

11/04/2026

Do you have 3–50ha or not currently in an environmental scheme?

The Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) reopens in June for those eligible, offering farmers and land managers a new opportunity to be rewarded for sustainable, nature‑friendly farming

The scheme will reopen in staged rounds, with the first application window opening in June. Further rounds will follow, but funding may be allocated quickly, so getting your application in on time is key

Get in touch with FWAGSE for help with eligibility, available options and preparing your application

Address

Unit 8, Hartley Business Park, Selborne Road, Alton
Alton
GU343HD

Website

http://www.fwagsoutheast.co.uk/

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