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...
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...
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...
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...
by Barbara Killeen | Jan 15, 2025 | countryside, Deer, Deer Hunting, DEER STALKING, HCAP, NPWS, Open Seasons, Training, wildlife management
Attention all deer stalking enthusiasts! Are you looking to enhance your skills and knowledge in deer stalking and gain recognized certification in the process? Look no further! Our upcoming HCAP Training Workshop is precisely what you need to elevate your hunting...
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...
