Cork farmer admits destroying native woodland in act of 'barbarism and vandalism'

Judge Roberts adjourned sentencing until October 21 saying: 'You have to ask yourself do you want to be regarded as an environmental terrorist or barbarian?'

The court heard that the protection of native woodland was of particular importance because only 2% of such woodlands remained in Ireland. File picture

A farmer from Co Cork has pleaded guilty to the destruction of significant natural habitats near Doneraile in the north of the county. 

Daniel Finn of Tevenie, Dromina, Co. Cork appeared before Judge Colm Roberts at Mallow District Court. The prosecution against Mr Finn was taken by the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage.