Forestry

Timber prices fall as a result of windblow

Small and medium sized log prices are well down for the first two quarters this year compared with similar periods in 2024 and 2025, writes Donal Magner .

NEWS 9 September 2026

Timber prices fall as a result of windblow

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Land use proposals would 'cleanse' west of farmers

Land use proposals would 'cleanse' west of farmers

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SIPO scoping out 2008 land deal claims involving Minister Collins

SIPO scoping out 2008 land deal claims involving Minister Collins

NEWS 2 September 2026

Will climate fines shift bioeconomy proposals out of the aspirational?

Will climate fines shift bioeconomy proposals out of the aspirational?

Will climate fines shift bioeconomy proposals out of the aspirational?

DEALER 2 September 2026

Forest owners urged to plan early to maximise timber value

Forest owners urged to plan early to maximise timber value

Forest owners urged to plan early to maximise timber value

FORESTRY 2 September 2026

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How much supply would make Irish forestry viable?

How much supply would make Irish forestry viable?

Forecasting annual future timber supply for a viable Irish forestry sector is estimated at 10m m³ from 1.2m ha of forests. But is that enough and is it achievable, asks Donal Magner

FORESTRY 12 August 2026

Tree planting up 61%, but falls well short of climate plan targets

Tree planting up 61%, but falls well short of climate plan targets

Afforestation increased by more than 950ha in 2025, with Roscommon recording the highest level of planting in the country.

FORESTRY 12 August 2026

10 things to know about forestry in Ireland

10 things to know about forestry in Ireland

The Department has published the Annual Forest Statistics Report for 2026, which outlines key figures such as the total forest area in Ireland and afforestation figures.

FORESTRY 12 August 2026

Contractors seek regulator for fuel price clarity

Contractors seek regulator for fuel price clarity

“Our members are essentially paying a premium for green dye,” as the FCI seeks urgent meeting to protect the viability of farm and forestry contracting in Ireland.

NEWS 12 August 2026

Places filling up fast on free farm chainsaw courses

Places filling up fast on free farm chainsaw courses

The courses will be run by FRS Training in locations across Wicklow, Kildare, Cork, Kerry, Tipperary, Roscommon and Leitrim.

NEWS 12 August 2026

Forestry plantings drop by 20%

Forestry plantings drop by 20%

There has been a 33% jump in the area of felling licences issued so far this year compared to 2025.

NEWS 12 August 2026

Public support strong for forestry

Public support strong for forestry

While 89% of public believe that planting more forests will help Ireland meet climate targets, government support for forestry is less certain as land use review published.

FORESTRY 12 August 2026

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Additive essential in dry maize crops to safeguard every tonne

Dwindling forage stocks due to the drought and high dry matter maize crops, mean using an additive on maize silage is essential, believes Amanda Clements, technical business manager for Volac.

Additive essential in dry maize crops to safeguard every tonne

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