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Secure opportunity – Barry Delaney

BARRY LUPTON INTERVIEWS BARRY DELANEY As the International Year of Plant Health unfolds, Barry Lupton puts some tough questions to Ireland’s Chief Plant Health Officer,...
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80% fall in visits to Coillte forests since enhanced COVID-19 restrictions put in place

Some Coillte recreational forests see a 99% reduction in visitor numbers. Coillte thanks members of the public and asks that they continue to...

ICL Coronavirus service statement

As the coronavirus situation continues to develop, we thought it important to inform you about how ICL Turf & Landscape in the UK & Ireland...

International Year of Plant Health – Shane Kirk

Shane Kirk explains the global impact of good plant health The United Nation’s Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) nominated 2020 as the International Year of...
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Seeds of change – Planting design for the 21st century – Patricia Tyrell

GLDA SEMINAR REPORT BY PATRICIA TYRELL Met Éirean warned of Storm Jorge, and recommended that everyone stay at home, but that did not deter the...
Urban trees provide a range of benefits for towns and cities. Image: ACANVASOFLIGHT/FLICKR

Cities struggling to boost urban tree cover – BBC News

Many cities around the globe are struggling to reconcile ambitious environmental targets with development pressures, a study has suggested. Scientists in Melbourne recorded a net...
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Advisory Guidelines for Landscape Contractors during COVID-19 Restrictions – ALCI

Is Horticulture an Essential Service? Yes, as confirmed on the DAFM website, on the FAQ page. Horticultural production, including nurseries, are deemed to be included...

Bord Bia’s Covid Hub supports impacted businesses

Bord Bia’s website has a dedicated Covid-19 Hub section packed with insights and services to help you navigate and adapt your business during these...

ALCI continues to lobby Government to extend list of essential landscaping services

As confirmed on the DAFM website (FAQ page), horticultural production is included within the Agriculture Essential Business List. Activities may include the ongoing seasonal...
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Minister Humphreys announces Major Expansion of Business Supports for SMEs

Expansion of two SBCI Loan Schemes by €450m to provide an extra €250m for working capital and €200m for longer-term loans, bringing the...