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Work will commence shortly on the Shannonside Woodland Restoration biodiversity project which is managed by Coillte Nature. This project includes two woodland sites close to the river Shannon in South Leitrim – Cornagillagh and Derrycarne. Invasive species such as rhododendron and laurel, along with snowberry and Himalayan balsam are present in Cornagillagh and Derrycarne woods. &hellip
Charlie McConalogue, Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM), joined Cathaoirleach of Donegal County Council, Cllr Niamh Kennedy, and representatives from Coillte for the official opening of the recently upgraded Bonny Glen recreational forest. This popular destination for locals and visitors has undergone significant enhancements to improve its biodiversity and recreational appeal. &hellip
Tree felling and replanting operations are due to take place in Coillte’s Cruagh Wood over the coming months as part of the Dublin Mountain Makeover project. These works are part of the Dublin Mountains Makeover which will see an area of over 900 hectares across nine Coillte forests transitioning away from primarily wood producing forests, &hellip
Project is boosted by €1.2m funding awarded by Fáilte Ireland as part of the EU Just Transition Fund to support the creation of the development plan Upgrades to visitor centre, local trails, and water activities proposed as part of a vision to enhance Lough Key Forest and Activity Park as a world class visitor destination &hellip
2024 ‘Love This Place’ campaign asks the public to enjoy and respect Ireland’s great outdoor spaces Roz Purcell launches 2024 ‘Love This Place’ campaign with Leave No Trace Ireland and Partners. Love This Place campaign asks the public to respect and enjoy Ireland’s outdoors this summer. ‘Love This Place’ Campaign highlights three &hellip
Status Orange HIGH National Forest Fire Risk Warning in place until 6pm Monday 13th May Landowners and the public should avoid all outdoor fires and other open ignition sources All land owners urged to obey restrictions in place for land burning The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine has issued a Status Orange, &hellip