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Woodland Improvement Scheme

Offers financial support to forest owners for sustainable forest management

The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine in Ireland runs the Woodland Improvement Scheme (WIS) to provide financial support to forest owners for sustainable forest management practices. This helps meet the goals of both producing wood products and conserving the environment.

Who is it for?

You may be eligible if:

  • You are an individual applicant or company

  • You must be the owner, leaseholder or joint manager of the land at the time of the application.


What do you get?

  • The scheme offers significant financial support to help cover the costs of implementing sustainable forest management practices. 
  • Overall, the WIS offers a combination of financial incentives and support structures to help you manage your woodland for both timber production and environmental well-being.

What can it be used for?

Funding can be used to assist in the maintenance of the woodland to make for a healthier and more balanced environment.


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