Pro Silva Ireland
supports for ccf
These supports can help forest owners create new CCF forests, transform existing plantations, or reforest following clear-fell while moving towards a permanent forest cover system.
1
FT10-CCF
For landowners establishing a diverse forest designed for CCF from the outset.
2
WIS-CCF
For owners of existing forests who want to gradually transition to CCF.
3
Climate Resilient Reforestation
For owners who are replanting following clear-fell and want to establish a more resilient, diverse forest.
FT10-CCF supports the creation of diverse, mixed-species productive forests designed from the outset for CCF. These forests are managed without clear-felling and are intended to provide long-term timber production, biodiversity benefits and greater resilience to climate change.
Suitable for: Landowners establishing a new forest
| Support | Rate |
|---|---|
| Grant (excluding fencing) | €5,421/Ha |
| Annual Premium | €912/Ha |
| Duration | 20 years (farmers) 15 years (non-farmers) |
This scheme supports forest owners who wish to move from a traditional clear-fell and replant system to a more diverse forest managed under CCF principles following clear-fell. It encourages species diversity and long-term forest resilience. Written approval for the scheme must be received from the Department prior to commencing clear-fell.
Suitable for: Forest owners approaching reforestation after first rotation clear-fell.
| Support | Rate |
|---|---|
| Replanting Grant | €2,200/Ha |
| Annual Payment | €150/Ha |
| Duration of annual payments | 7 years |
WIS-CCF supports the gradual transformation of existing plantations into more diverse permanent forests. Funding is available for a range of management activities that encourage natural regeneration, improve stand stability and increase species diversity.
Suitable for: Existing forests with potential for CCF transformation.
Supports activities such as:
| Support | Rate |
|---|---|
| Grant per intervention* | €1,200/Ha |
| Annual PES payment | €150/Ha |
| Duration of PES payment | 7 years |
*The grant covers three separate interventions over a 12-year period.
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