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What you must do when you keep livestock or manage land.
Information on oak processionary moth (OPM) for those who own or manage oak trees, including private tree and woodland owners as well as local authorities.
Guidance on applying for a licence to fell growing trees using our Felling Licence Online service.
Use the RLE1 form if you need to register land or change your maps on the Rural Payments service by post.
The UKFS defines the government requirements for forestry in the UK. It provides a basis for regulation and monitoring, including national and international reporting.
Find information and support on woodland creation in England, including funding to create woodland, legal requirements and best practice for sustainability.
Use the grant manual and forms to apply for funding to create woodland under the England Woodland Creation Offer (EWCO).
Woodlands may be eligible for certain tax reliefs and exemptions, depending on the type of woodland and its purpose.
If you suspect anyone of illegal felling then you can check if permission exists and, if necessary, report the incident to the Forestry Commission.
Countryside Stewardship (CS) schemes applied for from 2016 up to 2023: use the relevant manual to meet the requirements of your CS agreement.
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