Veon Forestry commenced this harvesting operation in Co. Waterford last week. Timber extracted from this commercial forest will be used for pallets and packaging, timber fencing, roofing, timber frames, decking and wood pellets. Our own domestic commercially grown timber is used to help create much needed housing for our growing population and large number of … Read more
Veon Ecology was busy in Kenmare County Kerry this week conducting Winter Bird Surveys for a Flood Relief Scheme the council is planning to carry out in the town. Veon Ornithologist Sara Sheridan took these photographs as part of the Bird Surveys: Black-Headed Gull (Larus ridibundus) is a small species of gull commonly found across … Read more
Veon Ecology was commissioned to conduct an inspection on a solar farm site to ensure that all the fencing and mitigation recommendations were correctly implemented. Solar farms have dramatically increased in number in recent years as Ireland seeks to reduce its reliance on fossil fuel-derived energy. The government has committed to reduce overall greenhouse gas … Read more
This line of Himalayan birch (Betula utilis subsp. Jacquemontii) trees make a fine landscape feature in this public park in Co. Dublin. Unfortunately, many of them have been vandalised and snapped (circled in red) using the crossbar that was installed to support them. When planting trees in areas where there is the possibility of vandalism, … Read more
Veon Ecology was commissioned to conduct a bat survey on a bridge in Co. Meath. This involved investigating crevices and joints for roosting bats and to assess their suitability as bat roosts. This work is normally undertaken during the daytime. Bat surveys are instigated when there is a risk that the bat’s natural habitat may … Read more
VEON wishes every success and is delighted to support Rathcline GAA Oskars, which is a fundraising event and all monies raised will be going towards creating a ladies gym and an indoor space for the kids to use during winter. Funds raised will also be used for draining the existing pitches, getting new dugouts and … Read more
VEON is proud to contribute and become a sponsor of Newtown National School, Crettyard, Co Laois which is to be commended for embracing the changing needs of their pupils and to make their learning environment a place of enjoyment. (Pictured: Ms. Claire Walshe Deputy Principal, Karl Straney Devine, Mason McAssey, James Kelly, Josh Cummins, Ms. … Read more
Daragh Little, MD Forestry at Veon, attended the Pro Silva Ireland excursion to Denmark which commenced at the St. Hjøllund Estate. Foresters examined the conversion of monocultures in 2nd generation red spruce and sitka towards a 3rd generation forest-structure with several tree species, where the future rejuvenation of the forest in the 4th or 5th … Read more
Hedgerows are essential wildlife corridors and of great ecological importance. County Limerick’s hedgerow network is an asset to the county, being valuable in terms of agriculture, landscape, wild flora and fauna, water quality and carbon sequestration. Removal of hedgerows at key locations can lead to habitat fragmentation, thereby threatening the coherence of this important ecological … Read more
Veon ecologists recorded Himalayan Balsam while conducting surveys for the Hedgerow Appraisal Scheme in Limerick city, right on the banks of the river Shannon. Himalayan balsam is a Third Schedule Invasive species. Himalayan balsam (Impatiens glandulifera) is an invasive annual plant species which is native to the western Himalayas. It was first introduced to Europe … Read more
Aleuria aurantia, commonly known as the orange peel fungus or the orange cup fungus, is a species of fungi belonging to the family Pyronemataceae. It is characterized by its vibrant orange or reddish-orange cup-shaped fruiting body, which resembles a small orange peel or a shallow bowl. This fungus is widespread in Ireland and can be … Read more
Make-A-Wish Ireland, the children’s charity that grants the wishes of children living with life-threatening illnesses to bring them hope, strength and happiness, has taken its commitment to a whole new level. After celebrating their 30th Anniversary last year, Make-A-Wish Ireland felt strongly that it should be making an impact on climate change for future wish … Read more
