Ash Dieback in Ireland What It Means for Your Forest – and What You Can Do About It Introduction Ash Dieback is one of the most destructive tree diseases ever seen in Europe. Caused by a fungal pathogen (Hymenoscyphus fraxineus), it was first confirmed in Ireland in 2012....
Forest Biodiversity at the Giants Grove Forest Biodiversity at the Giants Grove. While sequoias are the ‘stars’ of the Giants Grove, the project is about so much more than just the Redwoods. The Giants Grove is planted and managed for biodiversity, it is an ecosystem that...
What is Ecoforestry? Ecoforestry is a forest management practice which emphasises sustainability and forest biodiversity rather than pure financial returns. The responsible way to manage forests is through a design that minimizes interference and aims to protect the ecosystem as a whole. The focus is on...
The Giants Grove is a remarkable project. A living memorial of Giant and Coastal Redwoods dedicated to loved ones at Birr Castle, Birr, Ireland. ...
Continuous Cover Forestry (CCF) In Ireland An Ecological and Economic Alternative to Clearfelling What is Continuous Cover Forestry (CCF)? Continuous Cover Forestry (CCF), is a forest management approach that avoids clearfelling. Instead of removing all trees at once, it uses selective harvesting and natural regeneration to maintain permanent...