The Agroforestry Exchange: Resources and Training on Agroforestry and Quality Timber
In collaboration with Trees on the Land, ITGA and Teagasc Forestry.
These initiatives support DAFM’s objectives under the Climate Action Plan and Bioeconomy Strategy by encouraging carbon-efficient building materials and promoting Ireland’s sustainable timber resources.
New Management of Trees for Quality Timber Booklet Available Here
Management of Trees for Quality Timber and successfully grass/crop growth.
Speakers
Dr Ian Short, Teagasc and IAF
Robert Windle, DAFM
Thanks to Leo Murphy for facilitating a visit to his farm.
The project is supported by Forestry Promotion Funding provided by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine.
Management of Trees for Quality Timber
Speakers
John Sherlock, Sherlogs
Donal Whelan, Irish Timber Growers Association
John and Donal explore how effective management of thinnings can shape timber quality and value. John Sherlock, shares his experience as a farmer, forester, sawmill operator, timber processor, and wood turner.
The session covers practical approaches to species selection, thinning strategies, and options for adding value through woodcraft, small-scale processing, or direct marketing.
The project is supported by Forestry Promotion Funding provided by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine.