Important Teagasc forestry advisory clinic for Tullamore

THE Teagasc Forestry Development Department has announced 33 locations for the upcoming nationwide series of One-to-One Forestry Clinics giving attendees an opportunity to take an independent look at how forestry can add to farm income, sustainability and labour efficiency.

These one-to-one consultations are being held in every county, between February 9 and 26.

These clinics provide an excellent opportunity for a consultation with an experienced forestry advisor which can be arranged by appointment.

The Offaly forestry clinic will take place in the Teagasc Tullamore office (R35 TP60) on Tuesday February 17. Consultations will be by appointment only and should be booked in advance by contacting the Tullamore office on 057 9321405

The current Forestry Programme 2023-2027 offers landowners attractive opportunities in relation to forest creation with a wide range of planting options available. Options include small areas of native woodland, agroforestry (combining trees and livestock), and forests grown primarily to produce timber; all of which also provide many other benefits.

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A consultation with your Teagasc forestry advisor allows time to consider how growing trees might fit in with your overall farming objectives and how they can contribute to improving income, labour

efficiencies and farm sustainability.

Forest owners are also welcome to attend these clinics to discuss their forest and ongoing

management, including supports for existing forests.

Teagasc forestry advisors provide independent and objective advice, empowering landowners to

make informed decisions on many relevant issues including:

* Options under the Forestry Programme 2023-202

* Available grants and premiums

* Interaction with other farm schemes, e.g. BISS, ACRES, organics

* How forestry can improve farm income and the environment

* How to apply and get the job done right first time

The emphasis for the clinic is on new planting, but existing forest owners are also welcome to engage. Prior booking is essential. Contact the Teagasc Advisory office in Tullamore on 057 9321405 to book your appointment.

Please bring maps and other relevant information on the day to optimise the advisory experience and outcome.

This clinic will provide an ideal opportunity to get answers to your forestry questions – don’t miss it!

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