Collection Sustainable Farming Scheme: universal layer 2026 Guidance, rules and how to apply for the 2026 Sustainable Farming Scheme (universal layer). Part of: Sustainable Farming Scheme (Sub-topic) First published: 17 December 2025 Last updated: 22 April 2026 Documents SAF 2026: using RPW Online to apply for your SFS: universal layer, woodland and organic schemes 27 February 2026 Guidance SAF 2026: rules booklet for SFS: woodland and organic schemes 27 February 2026 Guidance Universal layer: rules booklet 27 February 2026 Guidance Universal layer: universal code and universal actions verifiable standards 30 January 2026 Guidance Sanctions matrix 27 January 2026 Guidance Animal Health Improvement Cycle form 10 February 2026 Form Biosecurity assessment for incoming sheep: form 17 February 2026 Form Biosecurity assessment for incoming cattle: form 17 December 2025 Form Biosecurity assessment for incoming livestock other than sheep or cattle: form 17 December 2025 Form Technical guidance for soil testing 26 March 2026 Guidance Universal Layer: UA4 Continuous Professional Development: guidance for external learning 2026 26 March 2026 Guidance Universal Layer: UA5 habitat maintenance enclosed semi-natural dry grassland – habitat description 17 December 2025 Guidance Universal Layer: UA6 temporary habitat on improved land: quick guide 17 February 2026 Guidance Universal Layer: UA11 historic environment: technical guidance 22 April 2026 Guidance
