Ensuring that you have all the information when it comes to your forestry operations, including in the sale of windblown timber, is vital now more than ever in the aftermath of Storm Éowyn.

Euroforest Ireland, in partnership with Forestry Services Ltd., and Tradeforus Forestry Ltd., offers vital services to forest owners, from timber harvesting to regulatory compliance and timber marketing.

In upcoming free community centre meetings, forest owners whose forests have been blown over by recent storms will be advised on what to do and how to manage their windblown timber.

Euroforest Ireland has an established history of exporting timber from key Irish ports such as Sligo, Limerick, Cork, Wicklow, and Dundalk.

The company’s expertise in managing windblown timber includes the ability to access additional harvesting and haulage machinery from the UK and Europe, ensuring swift and efficient operations.

Forest owners will be advised on previous price trends following similar storm events and the health and safety issues they should be aware of as owners.

Windblown timber can still hold significant value, and forest owners will be advised on how to protect this by acting quickly and avoiding unnecessary pitfalls.

Euroforest Ireland offers guidance on valuations, insurance and salvage value, ensuring that forest owners make the most of their timber’s potential.

The community meetings will also cover crucial regulatory updates including potential grant aid.

Forest owners will be informed about whether a tree felling licence (TFL) is required and whether a road licence is necessary.

Understanding these regulatory requirements is vital for compliance and ensuring access to the market.

The meetings will also highlight key price trends for windblown timber, particularly in the aftermath of storms such as Darwin in 2014 and Arwen in 2021.

Forest owners will gain insights into how these price trends might evolve and how they can make informed decisions regarding the sale of their timber.

For a list of locations, dates and times of the meeting, see below:

Forest owners will be presented with various timber sales options:

Standing timber: A single price per tonne for timber that is still standing;
Roadside timber: Pricing per assortment when timber is sold at the roadside;
Delivered timber: Pricing per assortment for timber delivered to a designated destination. Euroforest Ireland recommends the delivered option for better control over the sale process.

Euroforest Ireland ensures transparency and traceability with the LOGR system, which tracks every load of timber from forest to final destination.

This system guarantees that each load meets sustainability and certification standards, providing assurance to forest owners and buyers alike.

Euroforest Ireland also recommends brash removal, an essential step after timber harvesting, ensures that debris is cleared properly, making the land ready for future growth.

Euroforest Ireland will also discuss reforestation practices, offering solutions to help forest owners maintain their forests and ensure their sustainability in the long-term.

Euroforest Ireland offers comprehensive support for forest owners impacted by the recent storms including:

Expert advice: Guidance on timber harvesting, sales, and regulations;
Licensing assistance: Help with necessary licences and applications;
Harvesting and marketing: Flexible solutions for harvesting and marketing timber with agreed payment timelines;

Euroforest Ireland prides itself on its local approach, with a team of experienced foresters available to provide personalised support and guidance.

Forest owners can rely on a responsive team that is ready to assist with any questions or concerns.

The meetings will feature a questions and answers (Q&A) session, providing forest owners the opportunity to ask questions and gain insights tailored to their specific needs.