Munster leads way in afforestation

FIVE Munster counties are now leading the country in afforestation.

Tree plantings in 2006 were highest in Co Cork, at 933 hectares, of which 506 hectares was conifers, and the balance broadleaf. This represented almost 12% of national tree planting for the year.

Co Clare was second in the rankings with 475 hectares, of which 225 hectares was conifer. Tipperary was third with 450 hectares, of which 213 hectares was conifer.