Rural Development Contracts Land Managers Options (LMOs) were introduced under the 2007-13 Scotland Rural Development Programme (SRDP).
LMOs provide support for the provision of economic, social and environmental improvements across Scotland. The deadline for applications is 15 May and you must also submit a SAF.
Land managers can apply for funding for a range of options under LMO up to a maximum allowance for the business. Some options require a five year commitment and compliance with Good Agricultural and Environmental Conditions and Statutory Management Requirements. Others are for one year.
LMO are non-competitive and open to all land managers with land in Scotland. You must be registered with the Integrated Administration and Control System (IACS) and have a Business Reference Number (BRN).
Small Scale Woodland Creation
The planting of small woodlands, particularly in farming and crofting landscapes, provides a wide range of environmental and amenity benefits, as well as supporting farm diversification.
This option supports the creation of new woods, planted with native species, up to 1 hectare in size.
Management of small woodlands
Small woodlands make an important contribution to the character, biodiversity and amenity of the landscape. However, these woodlands are often under-managed and their condition can deteriorate over time because they are under-valued and/or the financial cost of management acts as a deterrent.
This option provides support for the sustainable management of small woodlands.
Support for key species conservation
The following notes describe how to use the range of SRDP options available to support the conservation of key species, focussing on woodlands and adjacent areas. The species concerned are juniper, pearl-bordered fritillary butterflies, chequered skipper butterflies and red squirrels.
- Download support for juniper conservation (PDF 181k)
- Download pearl-bordered fritillary technical guidance (PDF 58k)
- Download chequered skipper technical guidance (PDF 53k)
- Download red squirrel technical guidance (PDF 48k).
Contact
If you have a query about forestry grants, please contact your local FCS Conservancy Office.
