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Forestry
Party manifestos avoid forestry's role in achieving net zero by mid-century
Donal Magner
Fine Gael, Labour and Green Party strongest on a balanced ecological and commercial forestry programme, while Sinn Féin proposes native only tree species.
6 November 2024 Forestry
Forest protection is a high priority
Department outlines procedures on reducing the risk of disease and pest damage to our trees and forests, writes Donal Magner
30 October 2024 Forestry
Timber group issues first two reports
Surveys on global wood policies and academic study on timber construction the first step in maximising the use of home-grown timber.
Emphasis on close to nature forestry in Slovenia
Faced with insect, disease and climate threats, Slovenia's foresters look to close to nature forestry (CNF) and species diversity to protect their vast forest resource.
23 October 2024 Forestry
Emphasis on close to nature forestry in Slovenia
The third highest forested country in Europe emphasises close-to-nature and recreation forestry rather than productive coniferous forestry.
9 October 2024 Community
Beech revisited as woodland and timber tree
Irish pavilion at the Venice Biennale to highlight aesthetic, functional and acoustic qualities of Irish grown beech, writes Donal Magner
2 October 2024 Forestry
Disappointment as forestry allocation cut by 17% to €91m
Leaders in the forestry industry have described the move to cut the forestry budget as "deeply disappointing".
2 October 2024 Forestry
Log prices stable for first half of year
Small to medium prices strong while large sawlog prices (€55 – €60/m3) are expected to increase due to the suspension of Scottish log imports, writes Donal Magner.
25 September 2024 Forestry
Trees take centre at Wexford's new woodland show
There is something for everyone over the two days, including woodland talks, information stands, machinery, equipment, demonstrations, artisan craft and food stands, family activities and music.
25 September 2024 Forestry
Why a timber sales agreement and forest certification are important
Donal Whelan outlines the benefits of the ITGA template tree sales agreement for growers and the need to plan for forest certification.
22 September 2024 Forestry
Examining climate-resilient reforestation
Three new climate resilient reforestation schemes provide grants and seven annual premiums for continuous cover, native and biodiverse forests, writes Donal Magner .
21 September 2024 Forestry
Cautious optimism for 2024-25 afforestation
Recent improved planting licences welcomed if they can be maintained, writes Donal Magner.
21 September 2024 Forestry