Twin events will focus on timber needs of Irish sawmills
Two regional Timber Marketing Days have been organised by the Teagasc Forestry Development Department, in association with the Forest Service and the Irish timber industry.
They will take place tomorrow at the Devon Inn Hotel, Templeglantine, Co Limerick, and on Thursday at the Lough Allen Hotel and Spa, Drumshanbo, Co Leitrim, from 10am to 2pm each day, with registration at 9.30 am.
Teagasc forestry adviser, Tom Houlihan, who is organising the Limerick event, said most forest owners realise the benefits of timely thinning. However, many have queries about how to get the job done.
“Feedback from forest owners has also highlighted the need for a suitable forum to engage with key players involved in the harvest and purchase of timber.
“That’s why Teagasc has organised these Timber Marketing Days to facilitate forest owners with thinnings coming up to make contact with timber buyers.
“The day will also give forest owners a better appreciation of how the timber selling process works,” he said. There will be networking opportunities at both events. Forest owners will be able to meet local timber buying companies and contractors in their areas.
