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Advancing Continuous Cover Forestry to prioritise the integration of environmental, social and economic benefits of forests

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Continuous Cover Forestry (CCF), also known as closer-to-nature forestry, is a forest management system that integrates the environmental, social and economic benefits of forestry by maintaining the forest canopy and embracing natural regeneration to replace harvested trees. 

Environmental

CCF is a forest management practice that respects the natural processes of forest growth and renewal, creates space for biodiversity and protects habitats

Social

CCF enables the development of permanent forests, which provide society with multiple social benefits, including beautiful spaces for recreation and well-being

Economic

At the heart of CCF management is the management of individual trees for the production of quality timber, ensuring that the forest ecosystem is profitable and sustainable 

About Pro Silva Ireland

  • For over 20 years, Pro Silva Ireland has been advancing CCF practice on the island of Ireland through education and demonstration. Permanent, diverse, sustainable CCF forests meet human needs, preserve biodiversity and are more resilient to change.
  • With over 200 members, Pro Silva Ireland has grown as an active organisation promoting knowledge, policies and practical examples of continuous cover forestry management in counties across Ireland.
  • Pro Silva Ireland has an agreed All Ireland policy that works towards our mission.
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TranSSFor Ballycullen

2-day Tree marking training course

Pro Silva Ireland is delighted to offer new dates for training on early transformation to CCF in Sitka spruce plantations in Ireland. This training is ideal for anyone who has participated in other Pro Silva Ireland events and wishes to develop practical skills in tree selection and marking.

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