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Dangerous roadside trees need to be removed says INHFA

The farm body has called for a Government-funded national plan to identify and cut down trees that pose a risk to the public.

15 December 2024 NEWS

Storm Darragh leaves almost 400,000 without power

A nationwide status yellow warning is in place until 3pm this Saturday following storm Darragh.

7 December 2024 NEWS

My Farming Week: Seamus Foley, Ballyhar Road, Killarney, Co Kerry

Christmas tree grower Seamus Foley runs his seasonal enterprise with his father Nicholas in Killarney.

4 December 2024 FORESTRY
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Gardaí targeting Christmas tree robbers

The national police and security service told the Irish Farmers Journal that it will be conducting regular anti-crime patrols and checkpoints in the lead-up to the festive period.

4 December 2024 FORESTRY

ABP Clones to reduce carbon emissions by 80%

The project forms part of ABP’s overall sustainability strategy and is part of an extensive decarbonisation plan that aims to reduce scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% from 2021 to 2030 in all ABP sites.

4 December 2024 NEWS
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Temporary rebound forecast for forestry

Forestry plantings could top 2,500ha in 2025, up from 1,650ha in 2023 and similar levels this year.

27 November 2024 NEWS
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Establishing and maintaining hedgerows this winter

Martin Merrick details some tasks that can be completed on far hedgerows to keep them in good health and functionality this winter.

6 November 2024
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New project to help safeguard future of Ireland’s ash trees

The new project will focus on four key areas and has been allocated €770,000.

1 November 2024 FORESTRY

Transforming Food Systems in Sligo

Sean and Rob have succeeded in transforming their farm enterprise – from what they grow, to how they grow and market it, to building a decent work-life balance.

23 October 2024
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