Publications

Practical guidance

The role of trees in sheep farming

Planting trees for shelter can boost production and improve animal health and welfare. This guide provides practical guidance on integrating trees on sheep farms.

PDF (15.85 MB)

Research report

The current state of ancient woodland restoration

A report drawing together evidence on the progress and challenges associated with restoring damaged ancient woodlands across the UK.

PDF (1.76 MB)

Case study

Natural flood management using washland restoration

A Sussex Flow Initiative case study demonstrating natural flood management through washland restoration on an organic farm in the River Ouse catchment.

PDF (773 KB)

Case study

Natural flood management using leaky dams

A Sussex Flow Initiative case study demonstrating natural flood management by using leaky dams in woodland to intercept, slow and divert flood waters.

PDF (880 KB)

Case study

Natural flood management by planting trees

A Sussex Flow Initiative case study demonstrating natural flood management by planting hedgerows and woodland to intercept rainfall and improve soil infiltration.

PDF (570 KB)

Practical guidance

Rôl coed mewn ffermio defaid - integreiddio coed i hybu cynhyrchiant a gwella iechyd anifeiliaid

Fe all plannu coed ar gyfer cysgod hybu cynhyrchiant a gwella iechyd a lles anifeiliaid. Mae'r llyfryn hwn yn darparu arweiniad ymarferol ar integreiddio coed ar ffermydd defaid.

PDF (3.52 MB)

Research report

The benefits to people of trees outside woods

A research report on the ecosystem services, natural capital and other benefits trees outside woods provide, whether cultural, environmental or economic.

PDF (1.48 MB)

Policy paper

Agroforestry in England: benefits, barriers and opportunities

Examining the benefits and opportunities trees on farms can offer, including increased productivity, environmental protection and agricultural resilience.

PDF (1.47 MB)

Consultation response

Agriculture Command Paper consultation response

The Woodland Trust believes in public money for public goods and welcomes the change of direction for land use and management highlighted by the Command Paper.

PDF (218 KB)

Policy paper

What every councillor needs to know about trees

From protecting street trees to planting local woodland with schools and communities, there are a number of ways we can support you to champion woods and trees in your area. 

PDF (134 KB)