Uplands Entry Level Stewardship will be implemented by Natural England. Uplands ELS will be open to all upland farmers and land managers.
Environment Secretary Hilary Benn said:
"The uplands are an immensely important part of our natural environment. Farmers and land managers play a critical role in managing these areas, particularly through extensive livestock grazing. We want the new strand of Environmental Stewardship to maintain and improve the biodiversity, natural resources, landscape and historical values of England's uplands, and contribute to climate change mitigation and adaptation. That is why we will be providing support to the farmers and land managers who deliver these benefits. "
