Conifer to native woodland conversion grant scheme can make reforestation even more affordable
Conversion of existing conifer forest to native woodland offers the possibility of grants from the Native Woodland Conservation Scheme offsetting reforestation costs.
Having to pay for replanting after clearfell has dissuaded many farmers from forestry, but the Native Woodland Conservation Scheme now offers some growers reforestation grants, along with the other benefits unique to the forestry crop.
The Native Woodland Conservation Scheme offers grants of up to €5,000 per hectare for conversion of existing conifer forests to native woodland.
