Forestry
Forests for their future
Noel Kennedy, Teagasc Forestry Advisor, introduces us to Fergal Keaveney, who’s embarked on a forestry journey where trees will be a key component in the family’s farming future.
16 January 2026
RDS Teagasc Farm Forestry Award Closing Date Extended to 30 January
Farming and forestry can complement each other in many ways to drive farming and wider sustainability. The RDS Teagasc Farm Forestry Award recognises farmers who demonstrate leadership and innovation to successfully integrate their farm and forestry enterprises. Noel Kennedy tell us more.
9 January 2026
Rooted in the land: Hawthorn Farm’s forestry
Co. Sligo farmer John Normanly shares his journey from sheep farming to becoming a dedicated forest owner and manager of Hawthorn Farm with Christian Fitzgerald, Teagasc Forestry Development Officer.
5 January 2026
Dairy-beef and forestry
As part of the recent Farming for a Better Climate 2025: Practical and Emerging Solutions Conference, organised by the Teagasc Climate Centre and Teagasc Signpost Programme, a case study from Aidan Maguire’s farm in Navan, Co. Meath was presented, showing how a forestry enterprise is helping off-set farm emissions.
26 December 2025
An Appreciation of Our Native Holly
Holly (Ilex aquilium) is one of our most familiar and easily recognisable native trees and has deep roots in Irish folklore and Celtic tradition. Tom Houlihan, Teagasc Forestry Development Department, tells us some more about this popular native tree species.
20 December 2025
2026 RDS Teagasc Farm Forestry Award remains open for entries
Applicants are reminded that the RDS Teagasc Farm Forestry Award continues to welcome entries. Part of the highly attractive suite of 2026 RDS Forest and Woodland Awards, it recognises the dedication, innovation, and stewardship that shape Ireland’s forests.
19 December 2025
Looking to the New Year and our forestry events plan for 2026
The Teagasc Forestry Development Department is planning a busy 2026, packed with events and services to support forest owners and those considering planting, Liam Kelly and Frances McHugh, Forestry Development Department, tells us more.
19 December 2025
The role of sustainable forestry in reducing greenhouse gas emissions
Trees and forests represent an attractive opportunity to create an additional enterprise on the farm that can fit in well with existing farm activities.
19 December 2025
New Reconstitution Scheme to Assist Forest Owners Impacted by Storms
A much-anticipated Reconstitution Scheme to assist private forest owners impacted by recent severe storms was announced on 10 December 2025. Applications for this new scheme are set to open in early 2026. Tom Houlihan tells us more.
12 December 2025
Review and Outlook for Forestry 2026
Ireland's forest sector continues to evolve and represents an increasingly important resource for our economy, environment and society.
5 December 2025