News - peat harvesting
Local mushroom growers need support to overcome peat ban
At present, peat cannot be harvested in Ireland but, mushroom businesses use it for growing their produce.
Nov 22, 2023 13:59
Hopes new bill will 'inject common sense' into peat harvesting restrictions
It will allow peat to be extracted from Irish bogs for use in the horticulture sector until a sustainable alternative is found.
Nov 23, 2021 18:10
Work ongoing to find solution to peat harvesting concerns - Minister
He was speaking on a visit to Monaghan today.
Jul 20, 2021 12:41
Local farmers suffering because of "tokenism and inaction"
Peat harvesting has been frequently raised over the past few weeks.
Jul 15, 2021 13:43
Chief Exec of Monaghan Mushrooms warns peat harvesting restrictions will have "real impact"
The Chief Executive of Monaghan Mushrooms says the changes are "unsustainable".
Jul 14, 2021 16:17
Protest held over changes to peat harvesting rules
It's the latest development in the situation.
Jul 13, 2021 11:12
"Government tokenism" pushing local mushroom producers into crisis
Peat moss is widely used in the sector, including by mushroom growers.
Jul 8, 2021 18:00
Local fuel supplier questions Bord na Móna decision to stop peat harvesting amid briquette shortage
A local fuel supplier says there is already a scarcity of Bord na Móna peat briquettes, following the company's decision to stop peat
Mar 15, 2021 15:03NorthernSound Newsletter
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