Plant trees today for problems yet to come
Tree planting is a practical way to future-proof land, strengthen farm businesses and build resilience into landscapes.
Why plant trees?
Planting trees can help to:
- reduce flooding, improve air, water and soil quality, and support long-term soil resilience while storing carbon and increasing biodiversity
- future-proof farm businesses by improving shelter for livestock, supporting healthier soils, and making better use of less productive land
- create new income streams and diversification opportunities, including woodland carbon and biodiversity income
- strengthen landscapes for the long term, creating a sense of place, and providing valued green spaces for communities and visitors
Available advice
We offer free and impartial advice on how trees can be included on any landholdingor varying sizes, large or small, within the National Forest.
Our friendly and supportive team works with you to help future-proof your land in a way that fits your needs, offering practical and tailored support based on real farm and land management experience.
Apply for funding
Our grant schemes are straightforward and offer funding of up to 100% to cover design, planning,implementation and maintenance costs (including agent fees).
We support a wide range of activities that help future-proof land and build resilient landscapes, including:
- new woodlands from 0.25 hectares through to landscape-scale projects
- silvopastoral agroforestry, including shelterbelts, scattered trees and wood pasture systems that support livestock resilience
- silvoarable agroforestry, integrating trees into arable and horticultural systems to strengthen long-term productivity
- creation and management of habitats such as meadows, wetlands, ponds, hedgerows and parkland trees
- supporting infrastructure such as access routes
- community engagement and public access, including paths, seating and signage
We will help you identify the right grant to future-proof your land and meet your objectives.