SHARING OPTIONS: Limited availability of trees means farmers in Northern Ireland approved under the Small Woodland Grant scheme should submit orders early. \ Philip Doyle Farmers accepting an offer of contract under the Small Woodland Grant scheme should note that all planting works must be completed before submitting the 2021 Basic Payment Scheme claim. Under the grant scheme, a standard payment of £2,925/ha will cover site preparation, trees and general site maintenance. The payment is split with 80% paid in year one and the balance issued in year five. In addition, 10 annual payments of £350/ha are payable to offset income otherwise generated by agricultural activity.