Forestry history is being made in Co Cavan as the first shipment of Irish windblown timber is prepared for export to China. In the photo, a DAFM official oversees the process, ensuring quality and compliance despite the challenges posed by storm Éowyn. \ Claire Nash

A truck loaded with cut logs marks a new chapter in Irish forestry exports despite the challenges of storm Éowyn. \ Claire Nash

Minister Michael Healy-Rae joins the efforts, overseeing the export of cut logs, marking a key milestone despite the storm's challenges. \ Claire Nash

A milestone in Co Cavan as the first shipment of Irish windblown timber heads to China. Minister Michael Healy-Rae operates machinery to help move cut logs, marking a key moment despite the challenges of Storm Éowyn. \ Claire Nash

A major milestone in Co Cavan as the first shipment of Irish windblown timber is prepared for export to China. Minister Michael Healy-Rae is seen here alongside other key figures, marking this significant step in Irish forestry despite the challenges brought by Storm Éowyn. \ Claire Nash