Region

This CIL in the north of the Netherlands focuses on the region of Oost-Groningen, which has three distinct landscapes. Oldambt is dominated by arable agriculture. The landscape is characterized by wide open spaces. Westerwolde and Veenkoloniën are more mixed use. Historically these landscapes are a habitat for ground breeding/meadow birds.

„Dream Contract“

The objective of the dream contract is mainly to improve the existing agreements to create habitats for protected species, to protect and enhance the landscape, maintain and develop functional agro-biodiversity, and to remunerate farmers for maintaining the landscape. An important side objective is also to improve the marketing of the local area for tourism.

There is a whole catalogue of measures available for the region. The concrete measure offered to the respective farmer is subject to the landscape management plan drawn up by the collective.

Links:
Profile CIL Oost Groningen_EN        Interview with Henk (Boerennatuur)

Profile CIL Oost Groningen_NL        Interview with Marjon (ANOG)

Blogpost                                               Interview with Alco  (Policy Advisor)

Presentation at Webinar_2022        Interview with Meindert  (Farmer)

Region

The CIL Limburg is situated in the very south of the Netherlands, in the Zouwdal area. This is a region where agriculture has been practiced for a very long time, and now it’s experiencing a lot of pressure from the adjacent city Maastricht. The area has a mix of small-scale arable and cattle farming. One can encounter larger open spaces, but also smaller plots of land surrounded by lots of landscape elements. The typical wild native species of the region is the hamster. The area is also a popular destination for tourists.

„Dream Contract“

The objective of the dream contract is mainly to improve the existing agreements to maintain and enhance ecosystem service delivery, improve the natural quality of the landscape and its biodiversity. An important side objective is also to improve the marketing of the local area for tourism. In the future climate regulation will be also an important focus.

There is a whole catalogue of measures available for the region. The concrete measure offered to the respective farmer is subject to the landscape management plan drawn up by the collective and agreed with the authorities. The measures are targeting biodiversity-related issues but also water and soil protection.

Links:
Profile CIL Limburg_EN

Profile CIL Limburg_NL

Blogpost

Presentation at Webinar