Green Belt is delighted to see Minister Barry Cowen @CowenBarry has selected Minister Hackett to "be the Minister with direct responsibility for forestry matters in Government." In a statement on the DAFM website a meeting between Ministers Cowen and Hackett with Coillte was spoken of and the vast potential in the forestry sector was discussed during this meeting.

We believe, having spoken with both Ministers, that their focus and drive to promote, improve and deliver within the sector is extremely positive and is a drive that has been sorely missing for a long time.

The potential to increase value, sustain the environment and enhance our carbon mitigation efforts are intrinsically linked to our forestry and land use policy. Minister Hackett has pedigree in the agricultural arena and certainly seems to have the appetite to deliver a successful program.

Green Belt will provide as much support to the government in this transition as possible and strongly encourages the diverse and varied forestry and woodland programmes that can be delivered successfully across all aspects of our agricultural landscape.

If you would like to play your part, please contact one of our professional foresters and consider the options available to you.

Programme for Government – an assessment of the forestry potential within.

The proposed programme for government (PFG) may have some commitment by Saturday 27th June. If this PFG has accord between the 3 proposed parties, the suggestion is that forestry, as part of the agriculture brief, will be given considerable attention.

For too long, forestry has been seen through a narrow lens, an industry and crop that is in competition to ‘traditional’ farming activities. We see it as very much a complementary activity. The new government has a unique opportunity to reshape the agricultural landscape to address the climate issues through carbon reduction and capture for a longer term solution. Within the PFG document, there is a dedicated Forestry section that addresses many of the concerns. Quoting directly from the PFG we see that there are plans to • “…Incorporate afforestation into the new CAP to provide incentives for farmers to plant woodland on their farms, acting as a carbon store, helping to promote wildlife corridors, and providing a future fuel source for the household. • Actively promote and support farm forestry/rewilding options that do not impact on agricultural production and support biodiversity and habitat creation. We will incentivise, the option of small-scale (e.g. one hectare) forestry/rewilding.

These two points of action could potentially conflict with one another and lead farmers to choose the ‘easier’ option of planting 1 hectare of land. Land that may be low value, has a low productivity rate and is inaccessible. The 1 hectare of planting will add very little to our carbon challenge or to afforestation rates and national forestry cover (less than 11% versus European average of 33%). The former suggestion, where farmers are to be incentivised to establish woodlands on their farm is an opportunity that could address so many prevalent issues around agriculture, afforestation, environmental concerns and future timber supply. It should incorporate all aspects of the clean environment program, addressing water quality, farm emissions and run offs and look at the broad opportunity for providing real value and material to local and commercial timber users. For example, farmers should be encouraged to establish woodlands on their farm and the area under trees should be relatively significant. Recently, we looked at the average beef farm earnings over the last 10 years and compared that to the potential earnings from adding forestry into their crop management.

The graphs highlight the financial benefit to a farming family of planting a percentage of their farm holding with forestry (this is based on average size cattle farm number from the Teagasc National Farm survey and applying the average forest are as planted by Green Belt over the same period). So, let’s consider the positive impact that establishing 7 hectares of poplar on a ‘typical’ farm could bring. Firstly, it is a hardwood and adds biodiversity to the planting species nationally. It is an attractive tree, and would enhance the visual aspect of a farm – the trees could be planted as a 40 meter wide perimeter on the farm estate. Secondly, the trees would provide a valuable, natural and sustainable buffer for farm fun offs. The root structure would capture much of the run off and utilise the nutrients within the run off to increase the yield of the trees. Environmentally, the woodland significantly addresses the watercourse issues, also a topic covered in the PFG as well as habitat protection and enhancement. The trees would provide an income to the farmer in the form of annual premiums (€510 per hectare per annum i.e. €3,570 for 7 hectares) and also the harvested crop after 15 years (Estimated at €91,000 for 7 hectares). The crop would be coppiced so there is no replanting costs and the roots will retain the carbon stored as there will be no replanting works excavating/ cultivating the soil.

From the Teagasc National Farm Survey on downloadable pdf

Concentrating on farms that are producing less than the annual premium payment per hectare per annum, we can see an average of 7 hectares per farm will increase the annual earning per hectare for the farmer as well as increasing the national forestry cover by more than 400,000 hectares.

A Mature Poplar stand, with stems suitable for veneer production (image included in pdf). Much of the carbon stored in the timber harvested will be stored long term as it will be used in veneer production and biomass use. The veneer panels will have a 30+ year life term in construction, both locally and abroad. A rough estimate of the carbon sequestered by the trees during their lifetime and not including the longer term retention in processed material, is 7 X 15 X 3 = 315 tonnes of carbon for an average holding planting 7 hectares. There is a further opportunity within this plan to actively promote the utilisation of biochar on the farm and in the in-farm planting programme. The positive impact of biochar would see a 9 times increase in the efficacy of any fertiliser applied – including the run off from a dairy farm for example. It stores carbon for millennia; it is a one time only application and it can act as natures filter for the land and water nearby. The intrinsic benefit from the application of enriched biochar is the improved grass yield per hectare – meaning smaller herd numbers. Which, again, can have a positive bearing on dairy farmers operations. The above hypothesis can be made for Native woodlands, Sitka Spruce and so on. The traditional method of assessing forestry and new planting, as well as end markets for the harvested and processed material, is changing and will continue to do so. The bioeconomy is looming large on the horizon and needs to be fully embraced as part of the Irish solution. Within the framework of the PFG, there are clear lines of association between forestry, forestry resources, timber and related by products and the removal, replacement and substitution of fossil fuels from our industries and society. A collaborative approach to creating a circular economy is proposed within the framework for government. The topics highlighted below all offer expansive opportunities within the private forestry sector to encourage, associate, develop and enhance its position alongside the agricultural industry in Ireland. Regulation Driving Climate Action Waste and a Circular Economy Action Plan Climate Action Fund Flagship Environmental Scheme Land Use Review Organic Farming Scheme

Green Belt continues to pioneer in our sector and will continue to do so for our clients – existing and ones we are yet to meet. The future is positive. The future is Green. The future is yours.

Extensive planning, environmental considerations and consultation with the land owner all played a significant role in the development of this forest in Barnacrow, County Kildare. Niall O'Neill, Green Belt's forestry manager in that region, established the 35 hectare (gross) plantation working with the landowners forestry consultant. The submission made to the forest service was altered based on feedback from relevant authorities and ultimately approved. There is 24.3 hectares of commercial forestry and 6 hectares of native broadleaves established. The remainder was left unplanted for biodiversity purposes.

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Practicing the ethos of the 'right tree in the right place', Niall considered the neighbouring plantation which had been planted in 1989. His selection was based on the performance of that trees originally planted in that forest, and as a result, Norway Spruce was selected due to its robustness to frost damage. Across the site, there is a 6 hectare native woodland, creating a wildlife and biodiversity corridor between the existing forestry, the grand canal and the new forest. Further protection measures were taken with regard the watercourses on site.

The article from the Farmers Journal @farmersjournal, as written by Donal Magner can be downloaded here. Contact Niall O'Neill, or any of our foresters, to discuss your forestry options and what is best suited to your lands.

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We all enjoyed the phenomenal weather over the long weekend, and it certainly helps with the lockdown issues and social distancing. But, if you're noticing the grass in your garden is struggling and turning yellow, as well as fields all over the country, then you won't be surprised to hear that this has been the driest Spring (March, April & May) since 1837, as recorded in the Phoenix Park, Dublin. The Icarus blog as hosted by the department of Geography at Maynooth university, identifies more extreme drought conditions, and a month earlier than in 2018!

Icarus also suggests that the "long range forecasts and seasonal outlooks show little sign of significant rain at this stage." The blog post from Icarus is here.

The impacts of this on forestry across the country is the higher likelihood of forest fires nationally. The weekend saw numerous fires nationally, with a status RED warning - a relatively rare event in Ireland. The Irish Times reported on a number of fires across the country, for example on the Kildare/ Meath border and in close proximity to a munitions factory.

Of course, this is a cause of great concern to us here and for many of our clients, particularly in the highest risk areas. For example, we have been monitoring fires in Galway close to clients holdings. Green Belt has put in place fire breaks around the higher risk properties, which is a good help. The RED warning suggests that the fire brigade etc may be proactively deploying to areas of highest risk.

We urge everyone to be vigilant and careful. If you spot anything that looks like a forest fire, report it. And please do not light fires, BBQ's etc anywhere near forests or dry grass. Use your head! See below selected extracts the reference from Coillte.ie

STATUS RED EXTREME FOREST FIRE RISK WARNING ISSUED PUBLIC URGED TO REMAIN AT HOME AS PER COVID-19 GUIDELINES Status RED EXTREME National Forest Fire Risk Warning in place until Monday of next week

DAFM advise at this point that all forms of permitted controlled burning immediately cease, and that the outdoor use of fires, barbeques and other open ignition sources be avoided on forest lands and in other high risk areas until further notice. Report Fires Immediately. If you see a fire, do not delay; report it to the Fire and Emergency Services straight away. Do not wait for somebody else to make the call. Dial 999 or 112. It is an offence to cut, grub, burn or otherwise destroy any vegetation growing on any land not then cultivated between 1st March and 31st August in any year. Report all suspicious or illegal activity to Gardai immediately. The issue of Condition Red extreme fire risk warnings is a comparatively rare event and implies that recipients should take immediate action to protect resources and property. Such action may involve the mobilisation, assembly and prepositioning of resources such as water tankers, machinery, personnel and contract aviation support to high risk areas.

Coillte has reminded members of the public that the Government Covid 19 related restrictions are still in place and that members of the public should stay at home or within 5km of their home. Arising from increased temperatures and low recent rainfall levels, a high fire risk is deemed to exist in all areas where hazardous fuels such as dead grasses and shrub fuels such as heather and gorse exist.

Weather conditions across Ireland indicate a high fire spread potential and difficulty of suppression in typical upland fuels. Fire behaviour will be influenced by light to moderate easterly and south easterly winds that may exceed 20km/h in coastal areas. Fire behaviour may be moderated by increased live growth in places. Overall Forest fire risk is likely to be compounded by ignitions risks associated with expected high levels of public activity in fire prone areas during the Bank Holiday Weekend.

Members of the public intending to visit forests and other recreational sites are reminded of the requirement to remain within 5km of their homes and to adhere to regulations introduced to limit the spread of Covid-19. Vehicles should not be parked at site entrances or impede emergency service access to forest roads. DAFM advise that all outdoor use of fires, barbeques and other open ignition sources be avoided on forest lands and in other high risk areas until further notice.

Pending significant rainfall, this risk condition will remain in place until 1200hrs on Monday, June 1st, 2020 unless otherwise stated by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine.

Coillte forest carparks and forests remain open for people who live within 5km of them to take brief physical exercise in line with the Government guidelines.

Landowners are also reminded that under the Wildlife Act, it is illegal to burn growing vegetation on uncultivated land between 1st March and 31st August. Persons engaged in such illegal activity are liable to prosecution and could face fines, imprisonment and penalties to their farm payments.

Aldi have committed to tackle their carbon emissions and address the forestry shortfall across Ireland by supporting a local farmer in Kerry. Under the Woodland Environmental Fund (WEF), Aldi provided additional financial support to the farmer, John Lynch, to further encourage the establishment of a native woodland. The details appear in this newspaper article

Con la crescente domanda di soluzioni immediate per problemi legati alla sfera sessuale, molti italiani cercano alternative pratiche ai canali tradizionali. La disponibilità di prodotti efficaci senza prescrizione ha cambiato le abitudini di acquisto, offrendo nuove possibilità per chi desidera risolvere il problema in autonomia. In particolare, acquistare Kamagra senza ricetta in Italia è diventata un’opzione sempre più considerata. Questa scelta è favorita dalla rapidità della consegna e dalla riservatezza dell’intero processo. Tuttavia, la facilità non deve far dimenticare l’importanza di acquistare solo da fonti affidabili, che forniscano informazioni chiare sui dosaggi, gli effetti collaterali e le modalità d’uso. I consumatori informati sono in grado di valutare rischi e benefici, prendendo decisioni consapevoli. Inoltre, la disponibilità di farmaci generici come il Kamagra rappresenta un’opportunità economica senza compromettere l’efficacia.

The native woodland scheme and the WEF administered by the Forest Service and regulated by Natural Capital Partners, has been a wonderful addition to the planting program. It is now accounting for a significant percentage of the national planting numbers and has continued to highlight the great benefits forestry brings to Ireland in general and local communities in particular.

Forestry is unique in how it can add value to so many throughout its life cycle. As an amenity for the forest owner, it is a wonderful asset. It also provides a generous tax free income and a wealth protector for families. For a community, the majority of works carried out on a forest are done so by local workers and foresters, thus keeping business in an area and of course there are the environmental benefits - capturing and storing carbon not only in its growing life, but beyond that in the products that are created from the timber.

In un mercato farmaceutico sempre più orientato verso il digitale, piattaforme come farmaciahub offrono una risposta concreta alla crescente domanda di soluzioni rapide e discrete. Il portale si distingue per la sua interfaccia intuitiva, la disponibilità di prodotti autentici e le politiche trasparenti che garantiscono acquisti sicuri. Gli utenti possono navigare tra le varie sezioni, trovare trattamenti specifici e confrontare i prezzi senza pressioni o imbarazzi. Questo modello di vendita ha rivoluzionato il modo in cui le persone gestiscono la propria salute sessuale, promuovendo un’autonomia consapevole. La possibilità di accedere a farmaci di qualità, corredati da informazioni dettagliate e supporto clienti, rende l’esperienza non solo comoda ma anche rassicurante. In un ambito dove la fiducia è tutto, affidarsi a realtà strutturate e affidabili è la scelta più saggia.

Your local forester will help you decide what trees are best for your land. Contact them today.

In an article published in Bioenergy international (https://bioenergyinternational.com/opinion-commentary/40817) and written by Alan Sherrard, the European Court of Justice ruled against a challenge to biomass being included in the Renewable Energy Directive (REDII). This is indeed good news as it paves the way for biomass to not only continue to become important in the heating and energy sector but also acts as an encouragement to those considering an investment into biomass CHP thus displacing fossil fuel usage. Green Belt harvests 200,000 tonnes of timber each year and up to 40% of this material is used for biomass. The private estate in Ireland will provide much of this material to utilities into the future provided the mobilisation of the timber from the private estate is encouraged and facilitated by the forest service. A strong new minister for forestry will hopefully make the wheels of the industry turn quicker than the current rate.

Quotes from the article are below which have been copied from the Bioenergy international website - https://bioenergyinternational.com/opinion-commentary/40817.

With this procedural ruling, the European Court of Justice clears doubts on the future of the EU’s largest renewable energy source. The inclusive work carried by the decision-makers and experts during many years of consultations, scientific debate, and evidence collection that led to the REDII sustainability framework is acknowledged as a solid approach.

We welcome the Court’s ruling, which removes unnecessary uncertainty over the future of renewable energy in Europe. Although this was a procedural ruling this was the right overall result, as the arguments put forward in the case had no value. The European institutions carried out an open consultation to gather scientific and environmental advice and considered these during the legislative process. The result was a revised Renewable Energy Directive that set out rigorous standards for the inclusion of sustainable biomass in the European energy mix, said Seth Ginther, USIPA Executive Director.

Since the early stage of the consultation, bioenergy industry stakeholders and trade bodies on both sides of the Atlantic have fully supported the introduction of sustainability criteria for solid biomass. These ensure that biomass is produced sustainably, irrespective of its geographical origin. If sustainably sourced and produced, bioenergy brings considerable environmental and socio-economic benefits.

As noted by forest economists, forest stocks have been increasing in the US Southeast because markets for wood products, like biomass, provide financial incentives for private landowners to keep investing in the continual cycle of thinning, harvesting and replanting trees.

The Irish Times have reported the below article relating to a forest fire in young Sitka plantation in Leitrim. The cost to the taxpayer for this damage is estimated at €500,000. If it were caused on purpose by protestors who argue that exchequer funds re diverted into forestry unnecessarily, then they have not helped their cause at all with a further half million being lost during an altogether difficult time nationally and globally. https://www.irishtimes.com/news/ireland/irish-news/forest-fire-that-caused-500-000-worth-of-damage-in-leitrim-was-started-deliberately-1.4235364?mode=amp

In reference to an article in the FT from last October, it is really interesting to see the impact on the environment and the potential impact on the consumer for the continuation of using coal fired power stations. To quote Carbon Tracker, as quoted in the article written by Harry Dempsey @harrydemps : " “[Governments] will have to choose whether to: pass costs to the utilities and destroy shareholder value; pass costs to consumers and push bills up; or fund them from debt or taxes.” From an Irish perspective, Moneypoint is being phased out by 2025. Recent claims from Christian Aid suggest the ESB are purchasing coal from Carrejon in Colombia and that this practice should cease. An independent inquiry is being called for to assess the conditions the coal is being mined under. This inquiry is supported by the UN. ESB refute these claims and are using Bettercoal to provide its certification.

Les troubles liés à la rétention d’eau peuvent rapidement devenir inconfortables, tant sur le plan physique qu’esthétique. Ballonnements, œdèmes et sensation de jambes lourdes sont des symptômes fréquents chez de nombreuses personnes, notamment en cas de déséquilibres hormonaux, d’alimentation trop salée ou de pathologies circulatoires. Dans ce contexte, le recours à un traitement diurétique peut s’avérer utile, en particulier lors de cures ponctuelles sous contrôle. Le Lasix diurétique sans ordonnance fait partie des options prisées pour sa rapidité d’action et son efficacité. Toutefois, ce type de médicament nécessite prudence et modération : une utilisation excessive peut entraîner des déséquilibres électrolytiques ou une déshydratation. C’est pourquoi le choix du fournisseur est essentiel, tout comme la lecture attentive des recommandations d’usage. Un bon site délivre non seulement un produit conforme, mais propose aussi un accompagnement adapté pour une consommation raisonnée.

In line with the planned closure, some of the forecast job losses in and around Kilrush, are already at 50% with a reduced 'running rate'. Future roles for the site are suggested as a gas burning site but some are calling for it to be a hub for off shore wind.

As Ireland's largest electricity producing plant and also Ireland's largest emissions source, something needs to be done. Will this be before 2025? Is there scope for a combination of fuel resources to be used on this site? Biomass obviously has a natural role to play considering the volume of material available in the Clare region. Combining the already in existence material with an incentive to plant shorter rotation material for local farmers struggling to provide through beef or dairy farming.

There will be a significant change in the next few years in how we produce and use fuel for energy. This is being driven globally and it will be interesting to see how Ireland responds to this.

Dans le domaine des traitements de la dysfonction érectile, plusieurs alternatives existent aujourd’hui, chacune présentant des caractéristiques spécifiques. Certains privilégient la rapidité d’action, d’autres la durée des effets ou encore la tolérance du traitement. Parmi ces options, on retrouve des molécules reconnues pour leur efficacité et disponibles sous diverses formes. La page https://pilules-prix.com/levitra/ présente un accès direct à l’un de ces traitements, permettant une commande simple, encadrée et discrète. Avant tout achat, il convient de consulter les informations détaillées sur le dosage, les effets attendus et les précautions d’emploi. Une plateforme sérieuse assure aussi une assistance clientèle disponible en cas de question ou de doute. Grâce à cette transparence, l’utilisateur peut bénéficier d’un traitement adapté, tout en profitant de la commodité d’un achat en ligne encadré par des normes professionnelles.

COVID 19 is everywhere and the best way to combat this is to follow the advice and guidelines from the experts.

Green Belt has implemented its own policy to prevent any contamination or spreading of the disease.

As part of this policy, we are postponing client face to face meetings and any necessary interactions, are conducted with the minimum 2 metre social distancing industry place. Similarly we are using soap and water and/ or sterilising liquid to keep the disease at bay. There was a pharmacist speaking recently and she said “think that every time you wash your hands.......it might be the break in the chain”.

Please stay safe, away from others and be smart about this.

In the meantime, Green Belt can still work remotely, can still visit forests and lands and continue to apply for planting grants and acquire semi mature forests.

It’s business as usual(ish) but in a slightly different way.

All the contractors and local businesses they depend on the forestry value chain need your support more than ever - and that’s really essential.

Prosper Cavan, presented by the Guinness Enterprise Centre and supported by Bank of Ireland held its second event on Tuesday 18th of February. Bank of Ireland in Grand Canal kindly opened their doors to allow a collection of entrepreneurs and business people from Cavan (and even Toronto) to meet, network and discuss all that Cavan has to offer.

З появою нових гравців на ринку мікрофінансування користувачі отримали ширший вибір і більше гнучких умов. Нові МФО часто пропонують вигідніші ставки, пільгові умови для нових клієнтів або акційні пропозиції з відтермінуванням першого платежу. Проте через малу обізнаність позичальники вагаються, чи можна довіряти таким компаніям. Насправді багато з них мають ліцензії, перевірені платформи й сучасні системи захисту даних. Обравши правильного провайдера, можна отримати не тільки вигідний кредит, а й високий рівень обслуговування. Список нових МФО регулярно оновлюється, тому варто відстежувати тенденції та користуватися перевагами, поки вони доступні.

Tony Walker, general manager of the Slieve Russel hotel was keynote speaker on the night and was hugely impressive and informative on the fabulous hotel and some of the amazing tourist attractions around the county - such as Cavan Burren park, Clogh Oughter Castle, Killykeen forest parks and even a WW1 trench experience.

Marcus from Rural Adventure tours also spoke and what they offer is incredible - fun, excitement and activities all around Cavan (and nationally).

Cavan county Council also spoke of Cavan Calling events in August this year - can you and yours come along? Lots to see and do for all the family.

Перед оформленням позики варто ретельно перевірити умови кредитування, щоб уникнути непорозумінь у майбутньому. Обираючи надійного кредитора, ви отримуєте не лише доступ до фінансів, але й впевненість у тому, що ваші права будуть дотримані. Заявка на кредит безробітним онлайн на картку, і рішення ухвалюється всього за кілька хвилин. Це дозволяє отримати необхідні кошти навіть у невідкладних ситуаціях. Крім того, такий формат позики забезпечує гнучкість, адже більшість сервісів пропонують зручні умови погашення та прозорі договори без прихованих платежів.