Organisation: Woodland Trust

Tree planting and farming hand in hand
Details of a trial combining different densities of trees with sheep grazing; highlighting considerations and benefits for farmers.
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Shelter boosts lamb survival rate – planting trees to benefit sheep farming
When shelter is in short supply strategic tree planting makes a real difference. In this case study a Cumbrian farmer shares his experience.
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Trees mean better business
First hand farmer experience showing how planting trees can improve animal welfare and the production of free range eggs.
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Trees provide fodder and boost production
A farm case study describing commercial and potential nutritional and medicinal benefits from incorporating trees into a dairy farm.
Read more »The role of trees in arable farming
This practical guide looks at the role of UK native trees and hedges in arable farming.
Read more »Fruit trees improve land and productivity
Farmer case study on using trees to improve productivity on a mixed farm, providing shelter for vegetable crops and additional market products.
Read more »Trees enhance flock health and field drainage
A Welsh farmer’s experience of how strategic on-farm tree planting has increased livestock shelter and improved land management.
Read more »Trees, water and farming – improving water quality
A short video highlighting how trees have been used in the uplands of Cumbria to manage water drainage and quality and prevent soil erosion.
Read more »The role of trees in sheep farming
This practical guidance looks at the integration of trees in to sheep management systems and the benefits they can bring.
Read more »A Woodland Trust guide to tree planting for free range poultry
This practical guide takes you through the process of planting trees for free range poultry from initial design to planting and maintenance.
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