A surprising number of its trees will never reach old age in Irish gardens. Here’s how to choose your tree wisely
During Storm Darragh last year, close to 140 mature trees were toppled at the historic National Botanic Gardens, Kilmacurragh ...
How can I keep trees in containers from getting too big for their boots?
A: Many of the loveliest evergreens are woody species that, when given space and time, will eventually grow into substantial ...
Irish Farmers Journal8d
2024 forestry target falls well short with just 1,573ha planted
The forestry planting target for 2024 has fallen well short of the 8,000ha goal, with just 1,573ha planted last year as of 27 December, according to data from the Department of Agriculture. The ...
Irish Independent on MSN10d
‘Are we serious about our climate change pledges?’ – Glennon Bros’ profit tumbles 23pc as joint MD issues stark warning to timber sector
Pre-tax profits at timber processing group Glennon Bros declined by 23pc to €37m in 2023 as its joint managing director ...
Irish Examiner8d
60% think of forestry as attractive career
A new Coillte-commissioned survey revealed that 60% of respondents believed a career in forestry was an attractive option.