Forestry
Dairy-beef and forestry
As part of the recent Farming for a Better Climate 2025: Practical and Emerging Solutions Conference, organised by the Teagasc Climate Centre and Teagasc Signpost Programme, a case study from Aidan Maguire’s farm in Navan, Co. Meath was presented, showing how a forestry enterprise is helping off-set farm emissions.
26 December 2025
An Appreciation of Our Native Holly
Holly (Ilex aquilium) is one of our most familiar and easily recognisable native trees and has deep roots in Irish folklore and Celtic tradition. Tom Houlihan, Teagasc Forestry Development Department, tells us some more about this popular native tree species.
20 December 2025
2026 RDS Teagasc Farm Forestry Award remains open for entries
Applicants are reminded that the RDS Teagasc Farm Forestry Award continues to welcome entries. Part of the highly attractive suite of 2026 RDS Forest and Woodland Awards, it recognises the dedication, innovation, and stewardship that shape Ireland’s forests.
19 December 2025
Looking to the New Year and our forestry events plan for 2026
The Teagasc Forestry Development Department is planning a busy 2026, packed with events and services to support forest owners and those considering planting, Liam Kelly and Frances McHugh, Forestry Development Department, tells us more.
19 December 2025
The role of sustainable forestry in reducing greenhouse gas emissions
Trees and forests represent an attractive opportunity to create an additional enterprise on the farm that can fit in well with existing farm activities.
19 December 2025
New Reconstitution Scheme to Assist Forest Owners Impacted by Storms
A much-anticipated Reconstitution Scheme to assist private forest owners impacted by recent severe storms was announced on 10 December 2025. Applications for this new scheme are set to open in early 2026. Tom Houlihan tells us more.
12 December 2025
Review and Outlook for Forestry 2026
Ireland's forest sector continues to evolve and represents an increasingly important resource for our economy, environment and society.
5 December 2025
Further improvement in farm incomes in 2025, but more mixed outlook ahead in 2026
A new report, by economists at Teagasc, provides the latest estimates of average incomes for various farm types in 2025 and looks ahead to future prospects, forecasting farm incomes in 2026.
2 December 2025
Agroforestry conference explores trees, food and future farming
The National Agroforestry Conference held in Athenry recently explored how integrating trees into Irish farming systems can address multiple challenges facing agriculture today. Dr. Ian Short tells us more.
28 November 2025
10 Things to Know About…Storms
Recent storms have caused unprecedented damage across the country and, as our climate continues to warm, they are going to become even more frequent and extreme.
24 November 2025