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 3 July 2026 Guidance Universal layer: universal code and universal actions verifiable standards 3 July 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
