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 (NOTE: This program has now been superseded by the Environmental Stewardship scheme.)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.
Originally posted 2004-07-16 20:11:44.
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