Support is provided for the management of ancient wood pasture.
This Option will enhance and extend areas of ancient wood pasture to ensure they continue to support a range of invertebrates, birds, plants and other wildlife by:
- maintaining veteran trees,
- introducing or encouraging regeneration of appropriate trees
- managing the open pasture beneath and between those trees.
You must check the Scottish Government website for the most up to date guidance about the management of ancient wood pasture and the grant rates:
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Topics/farmingrural/SRDP/RuralPriorities/Options/ancientwoodpasture
How to apply for a Rural Development Contract:
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Topics/Rural/SRDP/RuralPriorities/HowItWorks/HowtoApply
Guidance on management of ancient wood pasture:
Contact
If you have a query about forestry grants, please contact your local FCS Conservancy Office.
