Tawell Farm, Lee’s Story
Lee Pedley shows how planting trees can work alongside farming to improve resilience, support livestock and create a lasting legacy for the next generation.
- Trees will provide valuable shelter for sheep and cattle from wind, rain and summer heat.
- Browsable trees will provide additional feed, while helping grass retain moisture during dry summers.
- Planting trees in wetter, less productive areas will make better use of the farm and help manage flood risk.
- Expert advice and grant funding helped Lee develop a plan that works for his farm, and he’s already looking to the future.
Find out what funding could be available for your farm
Tree planting doesn’t have to mean taking on all the costs yourself.
Government grants can help cover planting and establishment, with an average of £19,000 per hectare available, depending on your application.
Free expert guidance will help you make a plan that works for your farm.
Why trees work
Put trees to work where nothing else pays off
Every farm has some land that just doesn’t earn its keep – too wet, too steep, or too poor to farm. Planting trees adds value where nothing else does. They help manage water, stabilise soil, and support better conditions in the fields around them. It’s a simple way to turn unproductive ground into something that works for the whole farm.
Put trees to work to provide shelter
Putting trees to work in the right places helps protect livestock from extreme weather, ease pressure on feed and vet bills, and support steadier, healthier growth. It’s not just better for your animals – it’s better for your business.
Put trees to work with financial support from planting to payoff
Government tree planting grants offer an average of £19,000 per hectare for planting and establishment – helping cover the costs so you can see the benefits.
The amount you will receive is subject to the specifics of your grant application.
Every landowner wants to maximise the productivity and the resilience of their space, and trees are an excellent tool for doing that.
Amelia Lake, Real Food Garden, Bodmin