Farming with Nature Transition Scheme Year 2
The FwNT Scheme forms part of the wider Farming with Nature Package within Northern Ireland’s Sustainable Agriculture Programme and replaces the Environmental Farming Scheme (EFS). It is designed to support farmers and land managers across all land types to deliver meaningful environmental improvements while building more sustainable farming systems. The Package aims to reverse nature decline through retaining, maintaining, restoring and creating habitats that are important for species diversity and improved connectivity between habitat areas.
Applications for 2026 are now closed and decisions have been issued. Please check your email, including your Junk folder. You should complete your approved actions by 28 Feb 2027. Need help? Contact FarmingwithNature@daera-ni.gov.uk or call 0300 200 7848 (Option 2, then 2).
The information on this page relates to Year 2 of the Farming with Nature Transition Scheme. Check back regularly for updated information.
Information on Year 1 of the Farming with Nature Transition Scheme can be found at Farming with Nature Transition Scheme Year 1
Farming with Nature (FwN) Transition Scheme 2026-27 Calculator
This calculator allows users to obtain quick estimates of the potential payments available under the FwN Transition Scheme prior to applying for the scheme FwNT 2026 Calculator
- What is the Farming with Nature Transition Scheme (FwNT) - Year 2
- How do I carry out FwNT Scheme Actions - Year 2?
- FwNT Scheme Checks and Inspections - Year 2
- FwNT Scheme Claim Submission - Year 2
- FwNT Payment Rates - Year 2
- FwNT Scheme Retention Periods – Year 2
- FwNT Scheme Conditions - Year 2
- FwNT Contact Details - Year 2
- What to do if you are not happy with our Decisions on FWNT - Year 2?
Further information about the Sustainable Agriculture Programme can be found at Sustainable Agriculture Programme
If you have any queries about your application, email FarmingwithNature@daera-ni.gov.uk or telephone 0300 200 7848, select 2 for Grants and Funding, then select 2 to speak to Farming with Nature team from 9am – 5pm (Monday to Friday).