Forestry
Lack of local input 'raises question marks' over Leitrim forestry study
Question marks have been raised regarding the terms of reference of the study into the effects of forestry in Co. Leitrim...
Afforestation
Environment
Save Leitrim group has 'grave concerns' over forestry study
The Save Leitrim group, which as long pushed for research into the effects of forestry in the county, has expressed...
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Native Tree Area Scheme makes planting trees easier
If you’re a farmer looking to generate extra income, the Native Tree Area Scheme (NTAS) is a great opportunity to...
Environment
'Agro-forestry' offers financial benefit if payments extended
The Irish Farmers’ Association (IFA) has argued in favour of ‘agro-forestry’, saying it offers financial benefits for farmers, but only...
Environment
Terms of reference for Leitrim forestry study published
The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine has published the terms of reference for a study into the effects...
Environment
'Bus-loads' of forestry protesters to descend on Dail
The Save Leitrim group, which opposes forestry planting in the county, is planning a rally outside the Dail on Wednesday,...
Forestry
Stand-off continues in Leitrim afforestation controversy
A group of Co. Leitrim farmers took to the streets last Friday, November 23, for a protest against the continued...
Rural Life
Fire safety drives appeals against Leitrim plantations
A Co. Leitrim group, which represents many farmers, has lodged an appeal to the Department of Agriculture, Food and the...
Forestry
Farmers 'worried' about level of foreign forestry investment
Farmers in Co. Leitrim have expressed worry over the level of afforestation in recent years, particularly by non-farmers and foreign...
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Watch: Offaly farmer makes big savings by 'going solar'
Imagine standing on your farm, knowing you have taken steps to secure its future. The sun is shining, not just...
Agri-Business
Trebling the stamp duty rate could lead to 'more good land being planted'
There are fears that the trebling of the stamp duty rate on agricultural land in Budget 2018 could lead to...