Making the announcement, Minister Doyle added, “Since responsibility for forestry was assigned to me earlier this year, I have been encouraged by the level of interest in, and enthusiasm for, forestry among farmers and indeed other landowners. I believe that forestry is a viable land use option either on its own or in combination with other farming enterprises. As a Wicklow based farmer, I am no stranger to forestry and am well aware of its benefits as part of a diverse farming undertaking.” The Minister continued, “The availability of establishment grants for the initial planting of the forest and premium payments for 15 years are widely known but are not … Continue reading MINISTER OF STATE ANDREW DOYLE ANNOUNCES THE OPENING OF FINANCIAL APPROVALS FOR THE AFFORESTATION SCHEMES