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Minister O’Sullivan Visits Kildanogue Wildfowl Sanctuary with IFA Countryside and ABGN Gun Club

Minister O’Sullivan Visits Kildanogue Wildfowl Sanctuary with IFA Countryside and ABGN Gun Club

by Barbara Killeen | Sep 30, 2025 | Biodiversity, Conservation, countryside, Nature, NPWS, Open Seasons, wildlife management

IFA Countryside, together with ABGN Gun Club, hosted a visit by Minister of State for Nature and Heritage Christopher O’Sullivan to the Kildanogue Wildfowl Sanctuary in Ardfinnan, Co Tipperary this week to highlight the vital role that local game and conservation...
Minister O’Sullivan praises landowners with 20% increase in Corncrake territories recorded

Minister O’Sullivan praises landowners with 20% increase in Corncrake territories recorded

by Barbara Killeen | Sep 12, 2025 | Biodiversity, Nature, NPWS

281 corncrake territories recorded in 2025 – an increase of 20% on last year  Highest number of corncrake territories recorded in 25 years, a 70% increase since 2018 Farming community is key to success, with 250 farmers and landowners now managing close to 1500...
Government response underway following confirmed sighting of an Asian Hornet

Government response underway following confirmed sighting of an Asian Hornet

by Barbara Killeen | Aug 14, 2025 | Biodiversity, Nature, NPWS, wildlife management

Asian Hornet (also known as the Yellow-legged Hornet) poses a significant threat to Ireland’s biodiversity. New taskforce convened to co-ordinate response to a confirmed individual sighting reported by a member of the public Public asked to report suspected sightings...
Minister O’Sullivan calls on the public to protect our birds as nesting season approaches 

Minister O’Sullivan calls on the public to protect our birds as nesting season approaches 

by Barbara Killeen | Feb 27, 2025 | Biodiversity, Nature, NPWS, wildlife management

Minister O’Sullivan calls on the public to protect our birds as nesting season approaches  Nesting Season (March 1st to August 31st) is a critical time for birds and wildlife as they prepare to breed Hedgerows provide both food and shelter for our birds and...
Government launches public consultation on the future of Ireland’s National Parks

Government launches public consultation on the future of Ireland’s National Parks

by Barbara Killeen | Oct 10, 2024 | Biodiversity, Conservation, countryside, Nature, NPWS

‘Your Parks, Your Say’ is the first phase of a national conversation to inform the definition, purpose and management of our National Parks Stakeholders and members of the public are encouraged to have their say across a range of topics including biodiversity...
Government calls on the public to have their say in reviewing Ireland’s Wildlife Legislation

Government calls on the public to have their say in reviewing Ireland’s Wildlife Legislation

by ifacountryside | Aug 15, 2024 | Biodiversity, Conservation, countryside, Habitats, Nature, NPWS, Open Seasons, wildlife management

Public Consultation on Wildlife Legislation open from 27 June to 13 September 2024  Upcoming review will include Wildlife Act, European Communities (Birds and Natural Habitats) Regulations 2011 and associated regulations Consultation is the first step in a wide...
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  • Government response underway following confirmed sighting of an Asian Hornet
  • IFA Signs New Exclusive Member Deal with VHI Healthcare
  • Grants to help turn vacant traditional houses into new homes

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