Forestry
Controlling the conifer harvest: Timber security
This is the first in a series of articles on controlling the conifer timber harvest and sales process, where Teagasc forestry advisors provide guidance related to timber security.
13 June 2025
The role of native riparian forests in protecting upland rivers
Ireland’s mountains and uplands are renowned for their spectacular beauty. Upland rivers and streams together with adjoining areas of native trees and forests are iconic features of the wild landscape. Noel Kennedy discusses the protective role of native riparian forests to conserve our rivers.
06 June 2025
Why farmers should take a closer look at the NeighbourWood Scheme
The NeighbourWood Scheme is a chance to plant a lasting and valuable legacy in your community, Teagasc Forestry Development Officer, John Casey tells us more.
30 May 2025
Engage with Teagasc Forestry at Bloom 2025
As well as fascinating horticultural exhibits, visitors will be able to explore the many benefits of trees and forests, whether in our gardens or in our wider landscape, at Bloom 2025. Teagasc Forestry Advisor, Liam Kelly tells us more.
28 May 2025
Fourth Irish RAIN Workshop on Agroforestry Knowledge Platform (AF4EU)
AF4EU is a Horizon Europe-funded collaborative project with the objective of promoting agroforestry in Europe through the development of an interactive, innovation-driven and multi-actor agroforestry network. Forestry Advisor, John Casey tells us about a project workshop held in Teagasc Tullamore.
23 May 2025
Launch of forest photography competition highlighting ‘Trees in our Lives’
Teagasc Forestry Development Department and the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, are delighted to launch an exciting photo competition over the summer months highlighting the multiple benefits provided by trees and forests.
20 May 2025
Agroforestry – the integration of farming and forestry
Thinking of establishing agroforestry? Lindsey H. Madden, who’s recently established agroforestry in Westport, and Teagasc Forestry Liaison Officer, Paul Butler fill us in on establishment and some of the potential benefits.
16 May 2025
The potential of Japanese red cedar and western red cedar in Irish Forestry
Dr Niall Farrelly evaluates the potential role of these two red cedars and how these could succeed to assist diversification and fulfil multifunctional objectives of Irish forestry.
09 May 2025
New factsheets to help navigate the timber harvesting and marketing process
A set of Teagasc Timber marketing factsheets aimed at providing further supports to forest owners who are selling timber have been launched.
06 May 2025
All you need to know about planting a small native woodland on your land
Pádraic O'Leary, in a recent RTÉ Brainstorm article, explained why there has never been a better time to plant native trees in Ireland.
02 May 2025
Community woodlands in Ireland - an alternative forest ownership model
Paul Butler, Teagasc Forestry Liaison Officer, delves into the benefits of and potential for community woodlands in Ireland.
25 April 2025
Tree diversity builds climate resilience and boosts economic return
Greater species diversity in productive forests can address multiple crises - from climate change and biodiversity loss to housing and domestic timber shortages - a new literature review supported by DEFRA and Teagasc suggests.
22 April 2025
Tree stability
A recent paper, Unearthing Current Knowledge Gaps in Our Understanding of Tree Stability: Review and Bibliometric Analysis, was published by Teagasc Walsh Scholar Emmanuel Ekoma. Dr Niall Farrelly tells us more.
18 April 2025
Post-storm marketing centres at Talking Timber
As a result of Storm Éowyn’s devastating impact, Teagasc’s flagship timber marketing event ‘Talking Timber’ switched focus to the marketing of post-storm conifer timber.
16 April 2025
Post-storm timber harvesting demos provide guidance to impacted forest owners
Over 250 forest owners attended recent Teagasc demonstrations which provided guidance on managing forestry storm damage.
11 April 2025
Don’t miss Talking Timber 2025
Teagasc’s annual timber marketing event returns, taking place in Sligo, next Tuesday, April 15, with a particular focus on the post-storm harvesting response. Tom Houlihan tells us more.
11 April 2025
Winners of the 2025 RDS Teagasc Farm Forestry Award announced
Teagasc is delighted to announce that the winners of the 2025 RDS Teagasc Farm Forestry Award are Brian and Karen Flanagan.
10 April 2025
Post-Storm Forestry Harvesting Demonstration in Co Roscommon on April 8
Following a successful event in County Galway on Tuesday last, the Teagasc Forestry Development Department continues its event series, next Tuesday, as part of their ongoing support for forest owners impacted by recent storms. Teagasc Forestry Development Officer Noel Kennedy tells us more.
04 April 2025
Upcoming Post-Storm Harvesting Demonstrations
Teagasc Forestry Development Department will kick off a series of events next Tuesday as part of their ongoing support for forest owners impacted by recent storms. Forestry Development Officer, Noel Kennedy, outlines plans for the first post-storm harvesting demonstration in east Galway on April 1
28 March 2025
Schemes and grants available in forestry and agroforestry
Teagasc Forestry Specialist, Frances McHugh, joins us to chat about the financial supports which encourage people to develop and manage sustainable forests - and you don't have to be a farmer to apply.
25 March 2025
Launch of the new NeighbourWood Scheme
The new NeighbourWood Scheme, launched by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, offers funding to enhance local woodlands for public recreation. Tom Houlihan highlights its role in boosting biodiversity and recreational use.
21 March 2025
Teagasc announces post-storm timber harvesting and marketing events, April 1 - April 15
Between April 1 and 15, 2025, the Teagasc Forestry Development Department is organising a series of events to support forest owners impacted by recent storms.
14 March 2025
Teagasc supporting forest owners affected by storm damage
Irish forest owners are facing a major challenge following the recent storms, but Teagasc is here to help and committed to supporting owners throughout the recovery process, ensuring they achieve the best possible outcome for their forests. John Casey tells us more about the resources available.
10 March 2025
The implications for forest owners after Storm Éowyn
With 24,000 hectares of forestry windblown as a result of recent storms, making up 3% of the total planted forestry in Ireland, where can forest owners go from here and what support and advice is available?
03 March 2025
Updates on forestry storm damage supports
With the recently released initial estimates of the extent of forestry impacted by recent storms, John Casey and Tom Houlihan outline Teagasc Forestry Department’s focus on supporting the recovery process for forest owners and provide updates on additional supports under consideration.
28 February 2025
Update on storm damage extent and forestry felling licences
Recovery planning for impacted forests is a key focus in the aftermath of recent severe storms. In this article, Teagasc Forestry Advisor, Jonathan Spazzi, provides updates on the assessment of recent storm damage to forests at national level.
21 February 2025
Agroforestry - integrating farming and forestry
The Agroforestry option in the National Forestry Programme offers benefits including dual income streams, carbon sequestration and extended grazing/ forage opportunities. Paul Butler and Padraic O’Leary tell us more.
16 February 2025
Managing recent forestry storm damage
Storm Éowyn, which passed over Ireland on January 24, caused severe impacts on many forests. In the aftermath of this unprecedented weather event, work to quantify the extent of storm damage is progressing and the provision of support to impacted forest owners is a top priority.
14 February 2025
Teagasc supports in managing forestry storm damage
Following the severe impact of Storm Éowyn on many forests, the focus is now on the safe assessment of the scale of damage and particularly, the provision of support to forest owners affected by this weather event.
07 February 2025
How you can help save Ireland's native ash tree
Dheeraj Rathore, in a recent RTÉ Brainstorm article, highlighted the critical role of ash trees in Ireland’s biodiversity and culture. He examined the devastating impact of ash dieback disease and the ongoing efforts to preserve this iconic species.
04 February 2025