Peatland restoration presents several benefits supporting land-based businesses such as farming, crofting, tourism, game and fisheries. Land managers who restored peatlands have seen:
Increased vegetation cover for improved grazing
Fewer livestock losses following removal of hags, drains and gullies
Improved access for gathering and land management
Cost savings and improved resilience in the face of drought, wildfire and flooding
Improved protection of historical and cultural heritage
Better maintenance of good water quality
Enhanced biodiversity
This event will help you get started with your own restoration project, answering questions such as:
What are the types of funding available for peatland restoration activities?
Is it possible to fit peatland restoration with existing land management?
What are the mechanisms for claiming funding on common grazing?
Whose consent is required before entering peatland restoration agreement?
Are there mechanisms for crofters and farmers to receive income from carbon credits?
Attendees will also get an opportunity to ask their own questions and receive advice from peatland restoration specialists. There will also be a practical review of previously successful restorations in the area, and presentations will be delivered by expert speakers from Peatland ACTION , The Flow Country Green Finance Initiative, and Naturescot.
A local landowner and farmer’s point of view will also be provided by Joyce Campbell, who will talk us all through what a peatland restoration project looks and feels like.
There will be plenty of opportunities for discussion, with a panel followed by a Q&A at the end of the night.
We hope to create a space for everyone to gather all information they need, ask all the burning questions and foster a fruitful discussion.
Booking is essential as spaces are limited and a buffet dinner is provided.
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