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The UKFS defines the government requirements for forestry in the UK. It provides a basis for regulation and monitoring, including national and international reporting.
Get help to improve water and air quality, and reduce flood risk on agricultural land.
Find out how to apply for funding to improve, expand, automate or mechanise the production of trees and tree seed.
Find out how to apply for funding to develop innovative methods to overcome barriers to domestic tree production.
How you must control and monitor emissions from your activities that may cause pollution.
Distances between locks on the River Thames and measurements restricting navigation.
Find out how much nitrogen you can use on your land and how to plan and record your fertiliser use in a nitrate vulnerable zone (NVZ).
Guidance on applying for a licence to fell growing trees using our Felling Licence Online service.
Find out about eligibility and requirements for the two year sown legume fallow option.
Find out about the Forestry Commission’s Professional Forester Apprenticeship programme that offers an exciting career pathway into the forestry sector.
Use the grant manual and forms to apply for funding to create woodland under the England Woodland Creation Offer (EWCO).
Find out about eligibility and requirements for the nectar flower mix option.
What you must do to manage manure, fertiliser and soil to prevent runoff, erosion and leaching.
When you need to apply for consent, how to apply, and the works that you can do without consent.
Sign up to Forestry Commission newsletters for updates, news, information and guidance. Find out how to unsubscribe or update your subscriptions.
Woodlands may be eligible for certain tax reliefs and exemptions, depending on the type of woodland and its purpose.
A closed grant to fund calf housing buildings to improve health and welfare for calves.
Find out how to import timber and wood material, including the documents, identity checks and plant health inspections required.
Details for owners, operators, and masters of vessels on inland waters, including categorisation, how to apply, safety requirements and best practice.
Find out about eligibility and requirements for the livestock and machinery hardcore tracks item.
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