Crannraí undertakes Integrated Forest Management of all the forest properties under its management.
Forest management is defined as the stewardship and use of forests to maintain their biodiversity, productivity and vitality, ensuring they
fulfil ecological, economic and social functions now and in the future, as guided by national standards and guidance in accordance with
national and EU laws and regulations.
Integrated forest management is a balanced approach, aligning with Sustainable Forest Management and considering timber production,
environmental protection and social benefits together within one management framework.
Essentially, it’s about managing forests responsibly for multiple benefits, not just wood, for present and future generations, following national and European policies and forestry best practice.
Crannraí employs an ecologist to assist forest managers with the above ecological assessments.
The above assessments are mapped as appropriate.
The Forest Management Plan determines the type and level of monitoring and mitigation measures required to protect the environment in accordance with sustainable forest management. Particular care is taken when planning and undertaking forest management activities, which are carefully monitored.
Any conditions attached to DAFM Licences are incorporated into the forest management planning and operational planning process.
Stakeholder consultation on forest management planning is undertaken through the website and site notices prior to the first management plan and every 5 years thereafter. Summary Management Plans are available on request.