We are proud to be in this year's @ITGA10 yearbook. At SEEFA, we support the growth of forestry in Ireland. Strong representation and consistent promotion of the industry are essential to building confidence, participation, & growth. #SEEFA #SaveIrishForestry

A total of 2,527ha were planted up to 24 December, the first time afforestation levels have exceeded 2,500ha since 2020. https://t.co/jsaUzhbKer #SEEFA #SaveIrishForestry

Trees remove pollution by trapping particles on leaves and taking in gases like NO₂ and SO₂.  Protecting trees protects public health. #SEEFA #SaveIrishForestry

2025 has shown how effective forestry promotion can be when it is visible, practical, and delivered through trusted channels. We must continue to build on this momentum in 2026. https://t.co/eu9Xf7Hz6i #SEEFA #SaveIrishForestry

They will be supported by Dominic Barr, who retains the role of Secretary. SEEFA would like to thank outgoing Chairman, Padraig Egan, for his excellent work over the past 2 years. Padraig will remain a SEEFA member through Axe Forestry. #SEEFA #SaveIrishForestry

We are pleased to announce our Executive Committee for 2026. A warm welcome to Paddy Bruton, who takes on the role of Chairman, while Conor Daly and Teige Ryan retain their roles as Treasurer and P.R.O. respectively.

Happy New Year from all of us at SEEFA. #SEEFA

We look forward to a productive 2026 and to working with landowners, foresters, and the government to advance forestry in Ireland.

We’ll push for practical, science-based environmental rules, a properly supported workforce, and fast, fair solutions for ash dieback and windblow, backed by strong certification, research and public engagement.

SEEFA’s priorities for 2026 are simple: a forestry programme that works for farmers and the private sector, with fair grants and premiums that match real costs.  #SEEFA #SaveIrishForestry

🌲 Licensing is still the key watch area, but outputs improved and planting rose sharply, with 2026 now set.

🌲Promotion proved its value, with the SEEFA Forestry Hub at the National Ploughing Championships setting a new benchmark for sector-led engagement.

🌲Storm Éowyn tested the system hard, but the taskforce response and reconstitution pathway showed real progress under pressure.

2025 was a challenging year for Irish forestry, but it may be looked back on as a turning point. 🌲 A stronger pro-delivery tone from Minister Michael Healy-Rae and clearer engagement with the private sector. #SEEFA #SaveIrishForestry

From all of us at SEEFA, we wish you and your families a Merry Christmas. #SEEFA

Ireland grows around 650,000 Christmas trees every year 🎄 Roughly 450,000 are sold here with the remainder exported. Bringing joy to families at Christmas time, but also a small but valuable rural crop that supports growers and local jobs each winter. #SEEFA #SaveIrishForestry

The amending regulation will be published in the Official Journal on December 23, 2025. https://t.co/HPaJ6E7pZ7 #SEEFA #SaveIrishForestry

“The minister has again shown real commitment and support for the sector and delivered on his commitment that owners who proceeded with salvaging windblown timber would not be disadvantaged in the event a reconstitution grant be introduced." https://t.co/aWy0dC0kzU #SEEFA

Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, with responsibility for forestry. Michael Healy-Rae is calling on the Irish public to buy homegrown Christmas trees this festive season. https://t.co/DNbXcQkHZ7 #SEEFA #SaveIrishForestry

Forest owners should contact their local forester to get the reconstitution scheme process started. The scheme will be paid in two instalments: 75% of the grant in the year of replanting; and the remaining 25% after four years. #SEEFA #SaveIrishForestry