Congratulations to our Big Chalk partners, led by Plantlife International, on securing NEIRF funding to develop the UK’s first grassland-specific toolkit designed to empower farmers in restoring species-rich grasslands and accessing alternative financial support! With 97% of these habitats, including chalk and limestone grasslands, lost in the last century, it’s essential to take action together to bring them back.
The toolkit will focus on smaller farms, providing practical advice on grass types, soil management, cutting regime, and grazing. By enhancing understanding of ecosystem services, it’ll help farmers access funding for restoration efforts and shift towards more regenerative grassland management.
