Download documents to help you get your actions right and learn more about the ACRES programme and results based scoring.
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Download the full NPI specifications document or download an individual specification for an action you have been approved for.
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Read or download the ACRES Donegal Local Action Plan.
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Download DAFM publications on the ACRES Programme and resources developed by ACRES Donegal.
NPI Specifications
Download the full specifications document by clicking on the image below. Download individual specs for each NPI by clicking on the relevant links in the list.
The Introduction to NPIs is a summary of the T&Cs for NPIs. Full terms in the full specifications document.
For information on how NPIs overlap on with the organics scheme download our OVERVIEW of NPIs.
HABITAT & WILDLIFE SUPPORTS
NPI Barn Owl / Kestrel Nest Boxes
NPI Conservation of Cultural Heritage Sites (Arable)
NPI Conservation of Cultural Heritage Sites (Grassland)
NPI Planting Traditional Orchards
NPI Repair of Traditional Stone Walls (1 side and 2 sides)
NPI Riparian Margin and Riparian Margin (Sheep fencing)
NPI Riparian Margin Tree Planting
DAFM Scorecards & Leaflets
Download leaflets prepared and published by the Department of Agriculture, Forestry and the Marine to provide guidance to farmers on the ACRES Scheme. Click on the image to download the document.
Further information and downloads on the programme can be obtained directly from the DAFM website.
What is the Donegal Local Action Plan?
The ACRES Co-operation programme is aimed at helping to address biodiversity decline while delivering an income support for up to 50,000 farm families in Ireland. In order to achieve the aims of the programme, the Donegal Co-operation team have developed a Local Action Plan for the Co-operation area of Co. Donegal.
The Donegal Local Action Plan (LAP) details the approach that the CP team will take to address environmental issues impacted by agriculture in the county. This plan has been developed after a thorough review of ‘assets’ in Donegal. These assets are species that need support to survive and thrive, habitats that are of high value (such as upland peatlands) or need help to recover and pristine rivers and lakes that need to be protected from pollution. In addition the team has reviewed the threats and pressures posed by climate change and how the agricultural sector could help. Funding for Non-Productive Investments (NPIs) and Landscape Actions (LAs) will be prioritised for actions that contribute to the delivery of the objectives and targets of the Local Action Plan.
Donegal Local Action Plan
Download the Local Action Plan developed by ACRES Donegal for your region.
ACRES Donegal Leaflets & Posters
Download our educational resources
About ACRES Donegal
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Recap on the basics of the ACRES CP programme. Includes a map of the CP zone in Co. Donegal.
The decline in our bird species
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Many of native bird species are threathened by a range of factors. Farmers are helping to protect these species by implementing actions on their farmland.
Water Quality
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The risk to water quality is assessed using the Source-Pathway-Receptor model. In Donegal the main way we can reduce the risk to water quality is by breaking the pathway.
Hedge Cutting & Hedge Rejuvenation
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Hedgerows are a vital habitat in Ireland supported a huge range of species, storing carbon and filtering water. Caring for hedgerows is important and there are rules around the hedge cutting season.
Culverts, Crossing and Cross drains
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This leaflet from ACRES Donegal covers what you need to think about when considering a culvert, livestock crossing or a cross drain. Photos of good and bad locations and illustrations to help you get it right.
ACRES Donegal Newsletter - Issue 1
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Welcome to the ACRES Donegal newsletter with updates about the scheme relevant to CP farmers.