Environmentally Sensitive Area

Environmentally Sensitive Area

Definition: Environmentally Sensitive Area

Environmentally Sensitive Area: In the UK, a rural area designated by Defra as needing special protection from modern farming practices. Abbr ESA. (NOTE: This program has now been superseded by the Environmental Stewardship scheme.) Understanding ESA helps farmers adopt practices that protect sensitive environments and receive funding for conservation efforts.

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