Forestry
Barry Murphy on 25 January 2022
New directors for Coillte board
Two new appointments have been made to the board of Coillte, which will support the State body in delivering its forestry strategy, says Minister Pippa Hackett.
Barry Murphy on 24 January 2022
Frost scheme for damaged forests should include those planted since 2015 – IFA
A new scheme has been made available to forest owners whose plantations were affected by major frost events which damaged young trees.
Barry Murphy on 20 January 2022
More forests, less fossil fuels to cut emissions - Coillte
A climate expert has analysed the role of Irish forestry and domestic wood products in reducing Ireland’s carbon emissions.
Donal Magner on 19 January 2022
Absence of wood marketing data a concern
Lack of comprehensive information on log prices and actual annual timber volumes from licences have negative repercussions on wood mobilisation and planning.
Amy Forde on 16 January 2022
Over 70 cases of illegal tree felling reported to Department
"Reports of alleged illegal tree felling are a matter that the Department takes very seriously."
Donal Magner on 12 January 2022
Minister Hackett ‘welcomes progress’ in Project Woodland report
Minister highlights ‘her achievement in 2021’ and progress in third interim Project Woodland report but lack of real progress criticised by stakeholders.
Donal Magner on 5 January 2022
Forestry stakeholders outline their wishlists for 2022
Licence delays, the need for a forestry development agency, ash dieback, licence regulation reform, forestry incorporated in CAP and carbon trading feature in wishes for the new year.
Caitríona Morrissey on 4 January 2022
Minister Hackett to create citizens’ assembly panel for future forestry strategy
The plan is to use a citizens’ assembly-type panel to gather feedback on the development of a new forest strategy for the country.
Donal Magner on 22 December 2021
Legislative amendment to promote small-scale native tree planting
Amendment to Forestry Act to allow planting of areas up to 1ha without afforestation licences "has merit" but has been criticised because of no consultation.
Phelim O'Neill on 22 December 2021
Finland: from forest to factory and beyond, even to space
Finnish forests are a blend of family business and a lifestyle and leisure place for the wider population.
Barry Murphy on 21 December 2021
Carbery suppliers set to plant 60,000 trees
Each of Carbery’s 1,200 suppliers are set to receive 50 free trees through their local co-op.
Donal Magner on 15 December 2021
Wood heating scheme provides annual saving of up to 70% over oil and gas
Cost of annual fuel bill reduced by €53,347 when converting from oil to wood energy for heating systems averaging 1,100MWh.
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