Whether you want native trees, water protection, agroforestry, or a productive timber crop, we will help you choose the right option and guide you through the process from start to finish.
DAFM has a scheme for you, whatever your goal
Forestry can add real value to everyday farm life and to the wider community. With strong grant support and long-term income potential, it can also deliver practical benefits on the ground, including shelter and water protection, as well as improved soil resilience, biodiversity, and natural beauty. Done well, it helps protect your land, supports the climate, and contributes to a more diverse Irish agricultural landscape with environmental, social, and economic benefits for generations.
From trees lining a driveway or farm lane, to a small native woodland, to a full commercial plantation planned for long-term value, there is a DAFM-backed option that fits.
Tell us what you want to achieve, and we will look at the site, talk you through the best route, and help you take advantage of the schemes available.
| Forest type | Grant per ha | Annual premium per ha | Premium years (farmers) | Premium years (non-farmers) |
| FT1 Native forests | € 6,744 | € 1,103 | 20 | 15 |
| FT2 Forests for water | € 6,744 | € 1,142 | 20 | 15 |
| FT3 Forests on public lands | € 10,544 | € 1,103 | n/a | 15 |
| FT4 NeighbourWoods | € 10,200 | € 1,142 | 20 | 15 |
| FT5 Emergent forest | € 2,500 | € 350 | 20 | 15 |
| FT6 Broadleaf, mainly oak and beech | € 6,744 | € 1,037 | 20 | 15 |
| FT7 Diverse broadleaf | € 4,314 | € 973 | 20 | 15 |
| FT8 Agroforestry | € 8,555 | € 975 | 10 | 10 |
| FT9 Seed orchards | € 10,000 | € 1,142 | 20 | 15 |
| FT10 Continuous cover forestry | € 5,421 | € 912 | 20 | 15 |
| FT11 Mixed high forests, diverse conifer with 20% broadleaves | € 4,452 | € 863 | 20 | 15 |
| FT12 Mixed high forests with mainly spruce, 20% broadleaves | € 3,858 | € 746 | 20 |
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On top of the central grant and premium payments, many projects can also access additional support worth thousands of euros, including establishment-related support, fencing support, and funding for environmental reports, where required.
How the forestry company helps
The Forestry Company was established in 2009 and operates nationwide, with advisors based throughout Ireland.
We keep the process straightforward:
- Free initial assessment (phone call or on farm, depending on the site)
- Recommendation on the most suitable DAFM option for your land and your goals
- Support with the application process and requirements
- Plan and delivery, including contractors and early maintenance where required
- Ongoing guidance so the forest gets established properly
Ready to See What Your Land Could Qualify For?
If you have land that might suit forestry, we will give you a clear, practical view of the options available under DAFM schemes.
Supported by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM). The Forestry Company can help landowners understand and apply for relevant DAFM forestry schemes. All payments and approvals are subject to scheme terms, eligibility, and Department approval.