2020
2020 Forestry Knowledge Transfer Scheme
2020 Forestry Knowledge Transfer Scheme Knowledge Transfer Groups (KTGs) are a great and enjoyable way to share knowledge and best practice. Participants get to know their neighbours better and can learn from each other’s experience. Discussions are facilitated by a professional forester and will incorporate both classroom-style learning as well as forest […]
21 August 2020
Trees damaged after Storm Ellen
Trees damaged after Storm Ellen Following Storm Ellen, people may well consider cutting up storm-damaged trees. Operating a chainsaw safely is very risky. Even occasional chainsaw operators should have the specialised Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Watch the video below to know what PPE you need to use. While protective equipment will limit […]
20 August 2020
Forest and Energy Section at the Tullamore Show
0 Forest and Energy Section at the Tullamore Show As this year’s Tullamore Show can’t go ahead because of COVID-19, Liam Kelly, Forestry Development Officer with Teagasc marks the occasion with this short video highlighting the popular Forest & Energy Section.
9 August 2020
2020/21 RDS Forest and Woodland Awards
2020/21 RDS Forest and Woodland Awards The ‘RDS Forest and Woodland Awards’ are Ireland’s national forestry awards. They recognise and reward farmers and woodland owners who are employing the principles of climate-smart agriculture on their properties including sound commercial management, environmental protection and encouragement of biodiversity. Teagasc Farm Forestry Award Category The […]
29 July 2020
Virtual Talking Timber 2020
Virtual Talking Timber 2020 Thinning conifers- adding values; controlling the outcomes Tuesday 14 July 7 – 8 pm Talking Timber – Teagasc’s popular annual timber marketing event aims to support forest owners in thinning their conifer forests, growing quality timber and selling it successfully. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, this year’s ‘Virtual Talking […]
14 July 2020
Frost damage in young forests, Spring 2020
Frost damage in young forests, Spring 2020 On 11 and 12 May 2020, there were two nights of very low temperatures, getting down to -3.0C° in some places. This happened at the worst possible time as it coincided with young trees flushing i.e. putting on new growth. Both broadleaf and conifer trees […]
13 May 2020
Springtime in your forest
Springtime in your forest Spring is a good time to assess your forest’s condition and plan for the future: good management will help your trees to realise their full economic and environmental potential! Your health and that of your family and friends is important. Follow the HSE COVID-19 guidelines and stay safe! Timely […]
17 April 2020
Forest and Woodland Establishment Events – March 2020
Forest and Woodland Establishment Events – March 2020 Teagasc, in association with Department of Agriculture Food and the Marine (DAFM) has organised two national events on “Forest and Woodland Establishment”. Date Event Meeting point Contact Thursday March 12 Forest and Woodland Establishment Event 1 Bailie Hotel, Bailieborough, Co Cavan. Eircode A82 T6C6 Kevin […]
12 March 2020
Forestry Clinics Jan 2020
Forestry Clinics Jan 2020 A nationwide series of forestry clinics for people who are considering forestry, or who are existing forest owners, has been organised by Teagasc’s Forestry Development Department. These one-to-one consultations are being held between January 20 and 30. These clinics will be held in Teagasc offices around the country where a […]
20 January 2020
Storm Brendan – be safe
Storm Brendan – be safe Storm Brendan – think safety first! Follow the severe weather advice provided by Met Éireann: “Storm Brendan will affect Ireland on Monday, 13th January bringing stormy conditions, heavy rain and high seas. Expect disruption to travel and possible localised flooding especially in coastal areas. There may also be some […]
13 January 2020