…ssed and include a review of documentary material related to the old Watson-Wentworth-Fitzwilliam estate based at Coolattin near Shillelagh in the south of the county. The progression of the industry over the period is referenced to the overall social and political evolution of the county and related issues. ORGANISATIONS There are many individuals and organisations that have an interest in our native woodlands too numerous to mention. However, li…
…ntegrate a wide array of sometimes conflicting factors – commercial and non-commercial values, environmental considerations, community needs, – to produce sound forest plans. These plans are developed in consultation with stakeholders that have an interest in the forest area. Origins of SFM The degradation and destruction on of the Earth’s natural forests has been ongoing for centuries but has accelerated in recent decades on a scale and extent th…
…ergreen habit and its tolerance of drought and shade, often allow it to out-compete and kill off native species. It is spread by birds, through the seeds in their droppings. Laurel (photo H. Zell) In Irish forests cherry laurel poses similar problems to Rhododendron but being mostly confined to the more fertile old woodland sites is less of a threat. However, in these areas it can form a shrub or small tree 5-10 metres in height that can cause ser…
…ally from short rotation forestry (ash, eucalyptus etc.) on a rotation of 5-15 years. Yields of 10-12 tonnes dry matter/hectare/year can be expected on suitable soils. Promoting Wood Energy The Department of Agriculture and Food, and COFORD are actively encouraging the development of a Wood Energy Sector in Ireland through a number of initiatives, primarily aimed at the development of an effective and efficient supply chain from forest grower to…
…ertain dangerous substances discharged into the aquatic environment of the Community. Community Directive 2011/92/EU on the assessment of the effects of certain public and private projects on the environment. International Commitment, Protocols and Resolutions OECD Scheme for the Control of Forest Reproductive Material moving in International Trade Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage (1972) United Nations Convention on Biologic…
…gerows and woodlands in Ireland. The magazine is a mix of technical and non-technical material relating to trees, but also features interesting and relevant pieces about the environment and wildlife, plants and nature. The magazine is distributed to members of Crann. NEWSPAPERS Irish Farmers Journal – is a weekly farm newspaper that is Ireland’s leading agricultural publication. It is the main source of Irish farming and rural news, information, a…
…iner plants can also be transplanted throughout the growing season as they come complete with root systems and growing media intact. Cuttings While the main propagation method for planting stock is by seed the nurseryman has also the option of producing plants through rooted cuttings. This method is usually used for the production of genetically improved material which may be in short supply, or for the propagation of superior clones. Cuttings are…
…dleaf plantation P Flannagan Forest economics Masthead – Economics perfect competition Wikimedia WOOD INDUSTRIES Masthead – Log yard No details Sawmills Masthead – Sitka spruce planks Donal Magner Panel-product mills Masthead – Processing line Coillte Wood Energy Masthead – Wood pellets No details Wood promotion and Education Masthead – Bergen 2006 Night Paol Hoff Forest of Light Donal Magner SOCIAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL Masthead – Bluebells Lamiot Re…