A farmer led project centred on the improving ecological quality of the Afon Eden and its tributaries at catchment scale by planting and managing native deciduous trees; further benefits include improved natural habitats, erosion prevention, a reduction of greenhouse gases and less fossil fuel use. It is planned that a group of up to 22 farm businesses, in this area of special conservation will collaborate on the project.
The overarching theme of this project is improving the river catchment, particularly with regard to the conservation of the endangered freshwater pearl mussel. This will be achieved by working with farmers and engaging the local community to undertake a range of measures which will improve ecological resilience and provide sustainable land management.
Project details
- Funding amount:
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£815,444
- Funding source:
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Sustainable management scheme
- Area:
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Gwynedd
- Completion:
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- Cynllun Dalgylch Yr Afon Eden Catchment Project
Contact:
- Name:
- Dafydd Owen
- Email address:
- rhys.owen@eryri-npa.gov.uk
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