The EWCO Fast Track helps landowners quickly turn underused land into productive woodlands with faster approvals and up to £12,700 per hectare in funding.
This guide provides practical tips for landowners to ensure their woodland projects follow the guidelines of the UK Forestry Standard.
Explore the enhanced England Woodland Creation Offer (EWCO), now with increased payments of up to £11,600 per hectare to support woodland creation.
Step-by-step guide to applying for woodland creation grants, covering registration with the Rural Payments Agency, gathering required documents, completing the application, and what to expect after submission.
Overview of Countryside Stewardship grants for woodland creation, comparing Mid Tier and Higher Tier schemes, eligibility, and payment rates for supporting biodiversity and land management.
Overview of the England Woodland Creation Offer (EWCO), covering eligibility, funding for environmental benefits like biodiversity and water management, and a detailed application process.
Overview of funding options for woodland creation in England, including EWCO, SFI, WCaG, and private carbon markets.
An overview of designing woodlands with dedicated zones for conservation, timber production, and recreation, ensuring a balance between productivity and environmental sustainability.
Tips for choosing the ideal location for woodland creation by assessing landscape features, avoiding ecological conflicts, and integrating woodlands with agricultural and recreational land uses.
A guide to setting clear goals for woodland creation, aligning objectives with grants and policies, and balancing short-term gains with long-term benefits for a sustainable project.
Learn how to assess your land for woodland creation by examining soil, terrain, climate, and existing biodiversity to ensure a thriving and sustainable woodland.
Strategic planting and sustainable management in woodland creation enhances wildlife corridors by connecting fragmented habitats, and supporting species movement and biodiversity.
Woodland creation helps restore England's natural heritage by reviving historical landscapes and ancient woodlands, enhancing biodiversity and reconnecting with cultural identity.
Agroforestry is a practice that integrates trees into agricultural land, enhancing biodiversity, soil health, and water quality. Programmes such as the England Woodland Creation Offer provide financial incentives.
Woodland creation offers financial benefits through carbon units, timber production, and grants, while enhancing landscapes and supporting community well-being.