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Objective of the funding programme

The scheme encourages the planting of forests on previously non-forested land in Ireland by offering grants and annual premiums. Its primary objectives are to increase national forest cover, support climate change mitigation, enhance biodiversity, and promote rural development. In terms of climate adaptation, the scheme contributes by boosting ecosystem resilience through the establishment of diverse native woodland types. It also helps protect water quality through targeted forest planting for water protection and strengthens rural livelihoods, enabling communities to better adapt to both environmental and economic changes.

Access general information on how to apply to this programme and learn about its funding opportunities.

Find further assistance and guidance on all aspects of participation, contact approvals.forestservice@agriculture.gov.ie or call +353 053 9163425.

Type of funding

Grants, Other

Annual premiums

Funding rate (percentage of covered costs)

Up to 100% co-financing rate.

Expected budget range of proposals

< 50.000 €

Can the received funding be combined with other funding sources (blended)?

Yes

Is a Consortium required to apply for the funding?

No

Administering authority

Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (Teagasc)

General information

List of registered foresters

Further information

FAQs

Ireland

All regions

Step 5. Implementing adaptation
Local authorities and administrative bodies, Companies, SMEs and private associations, NGOsDisaster Risk Reduction, Forestry, Water management, Biodiversity protection, Ecosystems restoration

Disclaimer
The contents and links to third-party items on this Mission webpage are developed by the MIP4Adapt team led by Ricardo, under contract CINEA/2022/OP/0013/SI2.884597 funded by the European Union and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union, CINEA, or those of the European Environment Agency (EEA) as host of the Climate-ADAPT Platform. Neither the European Union nor CINEA nor the EEA accepts responsibility or liability arising out of or in connection with the information on these pages.

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