Farming with Nature Higher Scheme
The Farming with Nature Higher (FwNH) Scheme is an invite only Scheme, DAERA have written to all eligible farmer businesses to invite them to apply for the scheme.
FwNH 2027 Applications are now open on DAERA Online Services from Monday 19 October 2026 and will remain open for a two-week period, closing on Friday 30 October 2026 at 5pm
FwNH 2026 Application decisions are now issuing and will continue over the coming weeks. Please check your email, including your Junk folder, regularly for updates
This guidance provides information on the Farming with Nature Higher Scheme (FwNH). Anyone intending to apply must also read and understand the scheme’s full Terms and Conditions and the individual Information Sheets for each Remedial Management Option (RMO).
What is the Farming with Nature Higher Scheme?
Am I Eligible for the FwNH Scheme?
How do I Apply for the FwNH Scheme?
Remedial Management Options Information Sheets
Farming with Nature Higher Scheme Terms and Conditions
FwNH Field Record Form FwNH Stocking Rate Checker
What to do if you are not happy with our decisions on FwNH?