Forestry
One-to-one forestry clinics commence next week
One-to-one forestry clinics commence next week A nationwide series of forestry clinics for people who are considering forestry has been organised by Teagasc’s Forestry Development Department. These one-to-one consultations are being held between January 22 and February 13, 2024. The new Forestry Programme 2023-2027 offers landowners attractive opportunities in relation to forest […]
19 January 2024
Teagasc’s Decision Support for Forest Creation
Teagasc’s Decision Support for Forest Creation Tom Houlihan tells us about Teagasc’s Forestry Programme 2023-2027 and shares financial insights for farmers and landowners. The new Forestry Programme 2023-2027 offers farmers and landowners highly attractive opportunities in relation to forest establishment with a range of planting options available. As part of its comprehensive […]
12 January 2024
Five steps to get started in forestry
Five steps to get started in forestry Planting land is a major decision and you should be satisfied that the establishment option you choose is right for you, explains Frances McHugh, Teagasc Forestry Advisor, who highlights five steps to get started in forestry. 1. Talk to your local Teagasc forestry advisor This […]
29 December 2023
Reforestation – how to get it right
Reforestation – how to get it right Forests planted in the 1990s or earlier have reached maturity and been felled. Establishing the second rotation brings a new set of challenges and opportunities, writes Liam Kelly, Teagasc Forestry Development Officer. Getting the reforestation job right first time is key. Tasks such as ground […]
22 December 2023
The Christmas tree – a festive focus
The Christmas tree – a festive focus As you decorate and admire the festive centrepiece that is your Christmas tree, you may not realise that its tradition originated in central Europe, particularly in Germany and the Baltic countries in the sixteenth century. Tom Houlihan, Teagasc Forestry Development Department, tells us more. At […]
22 December 2023
Minister Pippa Hackett announces overall winners of Teagasc Forest Photo Competition 2023
Minister Pippa Hackett announces overall winners of Teagasc Forest Photo Competition 2023 The overall winners of the 2023 Teagasc forest photo competition were announced by the Minister of State for Land Use and Biodiversity, Senator Pippa Hackett, yesterday, Tuesday, 19 December. This year’s competition, “Celebrating the New Forestry Programme 2023 – 2027”, […]
20 December 2023
People’s choice – pick the overall winners of the Teagasc Forestry Photo Competition
People’s choice – pick the overall winners of the Teagasc Forestry Photo Competition Since its launch in September, Teagasc has received hundreds of entries to our annual forestry photo competition. ‘Celebrating the New Forestry Programme 2023-2027’ focused on the multi-functional nature of forests. This year’s competition featured three themes of: Trees and […]
16 December 2023
Winners of the ‘The Forest Harvest’ Category of the 2023 Teagasc Forest Photo Competition Announced
Winners of the ‘The Forest Harvest’ Category of the 2023 Teagasc Forest Photo Competition Announced The Teagasc Forestry Development Department announced the prize winners in category 3 of its ongoing forest photo competition ‘Celebrating the New Forestry Programme 2023-2027’. Jake Byrne’s entry to the category 3 of the ‘Celebrating the New Forestry Programme […]
15 December 2023
Watch: Check out these attractive Farm Forest Grants!
0 Watch: Check out these attractive Farm Forest Grants! The Forestry Programme 2023-2027 offers landowners and existing forest owners exciting opportunities in relation to new forest creation. Teagasc’s virtual forestry adviser, Ciara, provides important information for you on the range of very attractive supports to help you create a forest that meets your […]
8 December 2023
Agroforestry Business Model Innovation Network Horizon Project
0 Agroforestry Business Model Innovation Network Horizon Project John Casey, Agroforestry Business Model Innovation Network (AF4EU) Horizon Project co-ordinator, Teagasc, tells us about the project. With a growing interest in agroforestry systems expressed by many farmers, the Agroforestry Business Model Innovation Network (AF4EU) Horizon Project AF4EU – AF4EU comes at an opportune time […]
1 December 2023