News - Forestry
Almost 200 forestry felling licences awaiting approval locally
Leitrim has the highest figure in the region.
Jun 2, 2022 08:17CSO finds level of afforestation in Roscommon last year 'significant'
Several hundred football fields of new forestry was planted in Roscommon last year.
Apr 27, 2022 17:16Roscommon records second highest level of afforestation in 2021
It's the highest figure for the county since 2014.
Apr 27, 2022 07:47Coillte respond to local concerns over Mote Park forestry works
Locals raised concerns last week after claims a digger was used to tear the branches off trees lining the road rather than cutting them properly.
Mar 1, 2022 17:43'Save Leitrim' hope public consultation on forestry policy will lead to change
The government is to canvass the public's thoughts on forestry as part of a new national programme.
Jan 6, 2022 11:52Consultations commenced between Coillte and Mote Park conservation group
They hope to come to an agreement on felling plans and management.
Dec 12, 2021 09:31Climate benefits of Agri-industry being ignored - says Leitrim farmer
Minister McConalogue says farmers’ incomes could actually increase under plans to cut emissions
Nov 2, 2021 13:24Save Leitrim urges people to remember impact of forestry during 'Heritage Week'
The Save Leitrim group feel Heritage Week should reflect more of what has been lost df due to government policies
Aug 17, 2021 13:37Local TD calls for Taoiseach to intervene in forestry sector crisis
The price of timber is currently at an all-time high due to the issues surrounding the felling licenses.
Aug 4, 2021 14:00Leitrim forest cover dropped by almost a half last year
While Leitrim and Roscommon recorded a drop, Longford's forestry doubled.
Jul 12, 2021 08:47Shannonside Newsletter
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