This silvopastoral system was planted in 2020 under the afforestation programme agroforestry grant Forest Type 8 option. The overall area of this plot is 2.86 ha and trees were planted at a density of 400 trees per hectare. It was planted using 60% Pedunculate oak and 40% additional broadleaves – Downy birch, Cherry, Hazel, English walnut, Beech and Norway maple. Sheep are grazed between the trees. This farm is a good example of a silvopastoral agroforestry system on free draining brown soil in the west of Ireland.
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Attendees are requested to bring appropriate clothing/footwear in case of inclement weather on the day. Booking is essential as parking is limited.
For further information on farm walks please email Ragna at [email protected]