Hedge Cutting for Healthy Hedges
Think before cutting hedges this Autumn
Friday, 29th August – Sunday, 7th September
National Hedgerow Week is a partnership between Teagasc and the Heritage Council. The week aims to raise awareness of the importance of hedges for agriculture, biodiversity and climate. Events are free to attend and are open to all.
The events scheduled for the week are organised by Teagasc, Heritage and Biodiversity Officers in Local Authorities and others. All events are suitable for farmers, landowners, contractors and the general public.
Programme of Events
Events led by Local Authority Biodiversity Officers include hedgerow and foraging walks in Meath, Kilkenny, Offaly and Laois, and a hedge laying demonstration in Offaly.
For a full list of events, please see The Heritage Council’s website
Friday, 29th August
Signpost Series Webinar | 9:30am | Online
Hedgerow Week 2025 will officially launch with a live webinar outlining a new hedge cutting strategy for farmers. The webinar will feature guest speakers Meadhbh Bolger, Heritage Council & Dr. Catherine Keena, Teagasc.
Register for The Signpost Series webinar on Hedgerow Week
Thursday, 4th September
Hedge Cutting for Contractors | 11am | Kilkenny
Teagasc, Kildalton College, Piltown, Co. Kilkenny. Eircode: E32 YW08.
Join us on Thursday, 4th September at 11am for a Hedge Cutting for Contractors event in Teagasc, Kildalton College, Piltown, Co. Kilkenny, E32 YW08. The event, in conjunction with FBD will feature hedge cutting machinery and its operation, machine setup and safety considerations with industry experts. Brian Clancy, Teagasc Kildalton College welcomes all interested in hedge management. A hedge laying demonstration will also take place.hedges and treeline hedges.
Friday, 5th September
Signpost Series Webinar | 9:30am | online
Hedgerow Week 2025 will conclude with a webinar for hedge cutting contractors. Francis Quigley, Machinery Specialist, Teagasc will join the webinar to discuss better hedge cutting.
Register for The Signpost Series webinar on Hedgerow Week
National Hedgerow Week is a partnership between Teagasc and the Heritage Council