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Donal Magner on 28 Sep 2022
Forestry allocation increased to €112m in budget
"We are currently finalising a new forest strategy and a new forestry programme for Ireland," Minister Hackett said.
Donal Magner on 27 Sep 2022
Conference to address benefits of non-wood forestry
National conference to debate the benefits and costs of non-wood forestry including carbon, biodiversity, recreation, water services and health.
Donal Magner on 21 Sep 2022
Assessing forestry and the public mood
Two surveys show that a clear majority of people believe forestry in Ireland is beneficial to community, landscape, recreation, biodiversity and carbon storage, writes Donal Magner.
Donal Magner on 21 Sep 2022
Forestry development agency is a step towards a viable afforestation programme
Donal Magner looks at the role of forestry in climate change mitigation.
Donal Magner on 23 Sep 2022
Widespread support for a forestry development agency
Nurseries, foresters, farmers, contractors, sawmills, universities and forestry organisations support the establishment of a Forestry Development Agency. Donal Magner and Michael Guilfoyle report.
Donal Magner on 14 Sep 2022
Forestry report highlights need to 'accelerate tree planting' in Ireland
Unless, there is a significant and sustained increase in the rate of planting, the Government’s commitment to carbon net zero will not be met – Jim Mackinnon
Donal Magner on 06 Sep 2022
Agriculture needs forestry to reach carbon neutrality - report
New report highlights the need for an 18,000ha afforestation programme to deliver forestry and climate goals by mid-century.
Donal Magner on 06 Sep 2022
The advantages of extending crop rotations
Extending forest rotations increase long-term yield, revenue and climate change benefits on wind-firm sites.
Donal Magner on 30 Aug 2022
Department to revise tree felling site notices after data protection ruling
The Association of Irish Forestry Consultants said the site notices "presented a potential risk to the personal safety of forest owners living in remote rural areas".
Donal Magner on 05 Sep 2022
Future bright for forestry, despite challenges – Hackett
Following more than four years, the second Woodland Festival got under way last Sunday.
Donal Magner on 31 Aug 2022
The challenge of increasing wood in construction
There are major challenges and benefits in developing markets for both timber frame housing and mass wood medium rise buildings using homegrown timber. Donal Magner reports.
Donal Magner on 24 Aug 2022
Castlerea all set for major woodland festival
The event includes woodland and forest demonstrations, wood-based crafts and furniture making.