Protection of the Environment Operations (Clean Air) Regulation 2022
15Authorised burning of vegetation for agricultural operations
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15 Authorised burning of vegetation for agricultural operations
15 Authorised burning of vegetation for agricultural operations
Burning vegetation is authorised for the purposes of this Division if the burning is carried out—
(a) on the premises on which the vegetation grew, and
(b) as part of agricultural operations, including
(i) clearing the premises of vegetation, other than for construction on the premises, or
(ii) the burning of stubble, orchard prunings, diseased crops, weeds or pest animal habitats on farms, or
(iii) the burning of pasture for regenerative purposes.