Forestry

Changes to Forestry Programme merit a fresh look at forestry

The Teagasc Forestry Development Department very much welcomes the results of the Mid-Term Review (MTR) of the Forestry Programme 2023-2027. The ambition of the review was to examine any potential to improve existing forestry schemes and measures, and also consider other areas such as improvements to communications and training.
11 March 2026

Building resilient forests for a changing climate

Ireland’s forests are facing growing pressure from severe storms. In recent years, we have seen just how destructive extreme wind events can be. Thousands of hectares have been damaged. For many forest owners, the impact has been both financial and emotional.
11 March 2026

A Teagasc Roadmap for Forestry

As part of its new series of recently published Enterprise Roadmaps, Teagasc has completed its Forestry Roadmap to 2030. This provides a ‘best estimate’ projection of where the forestry sector is heading based on the current mix of economic, social and policy drivers. The Teagasc Forestry Roadmap focuses on supporting key challenges and opportunities within the industry, Tom Houlihan of the Teagasc Forestry Development Department tells us more.
6 March 2026

EELAP Project Gathers Momentum in Europe, with Progress in Ireland

European agriculture is facing major challenges involving the protection of natural resources (air, soil, water), preserving biodiversity, mitigating and adapting to climate change, while providing healthy and nutritious food for a growing population. Dr Zohreh Rafiee and Dr. Ian Short fill us in on the role of the Enriching European Landscapes with Agroecological Practices (EELAP) project.
27 February 2026

Teagasc publish Enterprise Roadmaps 2030

Teagasc has published a new series of “Enterprise Roadmaps” looking forward to 2030 across seven agricultural enterprise areas; dairy, beef, sheep, pigs, tillage, horticulture, and forestry.
23 February 2026

Teagasc weekly Signpost webinar to highlight Agroforestry opportunities

On Friday morning, February 27, Teagasc invites you to participate in its highly popular Signpost Webinar series, which will explore attractive options for agroforestry - the beneficial integration of trees and farming on the same land parcels. Tom Houlihan of the Teagasc Forestry Department tells us more.
23 February 2026

NATSEED – species-specific seed sampling strategies for native trees

Since its launch in April 2025, the NATSEED project has focused on improving our understanding of native tree seed sources in Ireland and the methods used to assess seed quality, Saoirse O’Neill Field, NATSEED Project Research Technician, Teagasc; Dheeraj Singh Rathore, Tree Improvement Research Officer, Teagasc, Colin Kelleher, Taxonomist & Keeper of the Herbarium, National Botanic Gardens of Ireland; and Patrick Langan, NATSEED Project Postdoctoral Researcher, National Botanic Gardens of Ireland, tell us more.
20 February 2026

Reforestation following harvest

Once a forest has been clearfelled, the same area needs to be restocked with a new generation of trees. The focus of this reforestation is to provide an ideal planting environment, encourage strong growth of the most suitable tree species and minimise losses or growth delays. Teagasc Forestry Advisor Kevin O’Connell tells us more.
13 February 2026

Thinking about planting trees or managing an existing forest?

Commencing next week, the Teagasc Forestry Development Department is running 33 One to One Forestry Clinics across every county from the 9th to the 26th of February 2026. Frances McHugh tells us why these clinics will be of interest to those thinking about planting trees or already managing an existing forest.
6 February 2026

33 locations announced for Teagasc Forestry One-to-One Clinics

The Teagasc Forestry Development Department has announced 33 locations for its upcoming series of One-to-One Forestry Clinics, offering attendees an excellent opportunity to take an independent look at how forestry can add to farm income, sustainability, tax and labour efficiency
3 February 2026