Welcome to Forestry Now with Dermot McNally. This podcast explores the forces impacting the profitable and sustainable management of commercial forests and natural woodlands. 
I speak with forest owners, forestry professionals and industry stakeholders on the biggest operational, environmental and economic challenges affecting the sector. I'll interview people involved in the harvesting and processing side of the forestry business as well as those who are trying to maximise carbon sequestration and general ecosystem services.
Finally I'll investigate political and legislative changes that are coming down the track as well as highlight new technologies and big opportunities that are around the corner. 

Latest Episodes

Deer Management in Ireland with Seppi Höna

Today I speak with Regional Forest Inspector Seppi Höna about national efforts to address spiraling deer numbers in Ireland. We discuss the problems deer create in for...

Enhancing Native and Broadleaf Forests with Paddy Purser

Today I speak with forester Paddy Purser - Paddy was an early Irish advocate for continuous cover forestry (CCF) and a key figure in the establishment of Pro Silva Ire...

Native Woodlands in Transition with Kate Harrington

Native Woodlands in Transition with Kate Harrington In this podcast I speak with experienced ecologist Dr Kate Harrington about her recently published research into na...

Broadleaf Planting in Ireland with Colm Gilheaney

In this interview I'm joined by Colm Gilheaney, Establishment Manager at Western Forestry Co-Op. We discuss everything you need to know if you're considering planting ...

Afforestation: Now and Then with Marina Conway

Afforestation: Now and Then with Marina Conway.  A deep dive into how we screen all new afforestation applications in Ireland and how this process compares with the pr...

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