ANNEX III
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Soil erosion: Protect soil through appropriate measures |
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Soil organic matter: Maintain soil organic matter levels through appropriate practices |
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Soil structure: Maintain soil structure through appropriate measures |
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Minimum level of maintenance: Ensure a minimum level of maintenance and avoid the deterioration of habitats |
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Protection and management of water: Protect water against pollution and run-off, and manage the use of water |
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Note: The GAEC buffer strips must respect, both within and outside vulnerable zones designated pursuant to Article 3(2) of Directive 91/676/EEC, at least the requirements relating to the conditions for land application of fertiliser near water courses, referred to in point A.4 of Annex II to Directive 91/676/EEC to be applied in accordance with the action programmes of Member States established under Article 5(4) of Directive 91/676/EEC. |