Funding to Support Spring Biodiversity on your Farm

Ground-nesting birds have begun their breeding season across woodlands, moorlands, grasslands and wetlands. These habitats are invaluable for biodiversity and can provide benefits to farmers and crofters who preserve them.

By encouraging biodiversity, you maintain the network of habitats, species, and ecosystems necessary to support human life—our oxygen, water, food, and health. You can also contribute to positive community relations and a good public image of your farm business.

Receive £2,000 of funding through FAS for an Integrated Land Management Plan (ILMP), have an experienced advisor assess all aspects of your business, including a basic habitats, biodiversity and conservation review. This can be taken further with specialist advice on biodiversity and landscape management, which has helped farms to improve their ecological status and journey towards sustainable and resilient systems. Up to £3,200 is available for two areas of specialist advice to help you understand specific areas of concern or interest for your farming business.

To learn more and apply for funding, visit our Specialist Advice and ILMP pages. For support choosing the best grant options and finding an advisor, contact FAS at advice@fas.scot or 0300 323 0161.