How do I Apply for the FwNT Scheme - Year 2?
Applications are made on-line through DAERA Online services during the application window which opens on Tuesday 30 June 2026 at 9am and will close on Friday 31 July at 5pm. Late applications will not be accepted.
To apply you must have a Government Gateway (GG) or NI Identity Assurance (NIDA) logon.
If you are already registered with DAERA Online Services:
- Log in using your GG or NIDA logon, details at DAERA Online Services
- From the list of services select Farming with Nature to start your application.
- If you need help, at any stage of the process, you can contact the Farming with Nature Advisory Service by telephone on 0300 200 7848 or email FarmingwithNature@daera-ni.gov.uk
If you are new to DAERA Online Services:
You must be registered to use DAERA Online Services. For advice or assistance contact: -
- Email onlineservices@daera-ni.gov.uk
- Telephone 028 9442 6699
Once registered, you will be given instructions on how to access the online services, including the FwNT application.
FwNT Year 2 - Application Overview Video
How to Log In Video
How to Apply for New Hedgerows Video
How to Apply for Riparian Buffer Strips (2m and 7m) Video
How To Apply for Arable Actions Video
How To Apply for Margins Video
How to Apply for Farmland Tree Planting Video
Management Actions and How To Remove an Action / Supporting Item Video
Summary and Submission Video
Nomination of an Authorisation Person/agent
If you cannot complete the online FwNT application yourself, you can nominate an Authorised Person (Agent) to do so on your behalf. Further information on how to nominate another person to complete the application on your behalf is available here:
Please note before submission of your application you must read and agree to the terms and conditions of the FwNT Scheme and also watch the guidance videos for the actions you are applying for