Forestry Programme

Karl Richards, head of the Climate Centre, Teagasc, says that progress has been made in cutting carbon emissions on farms.

FII has launched its manifesto - ‘Forestry for our Future: Delivering on the potential of Irish forestry’ - for the upcoming general election.

Depending on the outcome of this review, certain proposed changes may require approval from the European Commission, the Minister said.

Leaders in the forestry industry have described the move to cut the forestry budget as "deeply disappointing".

There is something for everyone over the two days, including woodland talks, information stands, machinery, equipment, demonstrations, artisan craft and food stands, family activities and music.

Recent improved planting licences welcomed if they can be maintained, writes Donal Magner.

Minister Hackett believes the scheme will provide direct financial support over clearance and reconstitution grants to ash forest owners who have cleared sites and replanted with another species.