You must read the PA3: Woodland management plan 2026 guidance to understand the rules and how to apply for this capital item.
\nThreshold payments for eligible land:
\n\nThe amount you’ll be paid is calculated on the entire eligible area of woodland on the holding.
\n\nThis calculation can include up to 20% of newly planted woodland. Newly planted woodland is woodland under 10 years old when you apply.
\n\nAreas of newly planted woodland over 20% will be deducted from the total area for payment but you must include it in your management plan.
\n\nA woodland management plan helps:
\n\nYou can only use this item on woodland.
\n\nYou can apply for capital item PA3 to create a new woodland management plan if you have a Countryside Stewardship Higher Tier (CSHT) agreement for WD2: Woodland improvement with an existing woodland management plan which is due to expire.
\n\nThis is to make sure you meet the eligibility criteria for woodland improvement.
\n\nYou cannot use this item on woodland:
\n\nYou must:
\n\nThe requirements for this item will be adapted to the site and your objectives. You should discuss and agree these requirements with your adviser.
\n\nYou must keep and provide on request:
\n\nRead the record keeping and site visit requirements in the Agreement holder’s guide: PA3 Woodland management plan 2026 for more information.
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