Summary:
The Deer Tree Shelter and Deer/Hare Fencing Scheme provides financial support for measures that protect trees from damage caused by deer. The scheme covers the installation of tree shelters and fencing to prevent damage. The scheme is voluntary and can be used on all suitable sites where there is a risk of deer damage to trees.
Eligibility:
The scheme is open to all suitable sites where there is a risk of deer damage to trees. For deer fencing, broadleaved sites must have greater than 40% deer damage on the areas proposed for enclosure by deer fencing. For hare fencing, eligible plantations must have 30% hare damage. All fencing material must be in accordance with fencing specifications as set out in the Forestry Standards Manual.
Funding Amount:
The maximum area for receipt of the additional Deer Tree Shelter grant is 2 hectares for Grant and Premium Categories 4 – 10 of the Afforestation Scheme 2014-2020. An additional fixed grant of €600/ha under deer tree shelters is available under the scheme. For fencing, the payment rates vary depending on the type of fence and the extent of damage.
How to Apply:
Applications for these payments are made through a registered forester under the Afforestation Scheme 2014-2020 using the provided forms.
