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Irish Whale and Dolphin Group and Irish Wildlife Trust.This episode is part of the global Podcasthon initiative, in which podcasters worldwide dedicate one episode to their chosen charity. To maximise impact, all episodes are published in a single week. I'm showcasing two of the most influential Irish environmental charities: the Irish Whale and Dolphin Group and the Irish Wildlife Trust.The conversation with Pádraig Whooley from the Irish Whale and Dolphin Group reveals the challenges facing marine life in Irish waters. Pádraig explains how they've expanded from focusing solely on sightings and strandings to include welfare issues for living stranded animals. He discusses alarming changes in whale behaviour, linking them to destructive fishing practices where large trawlers target vital forage fish that form the foundation of marine ecosystems. Pádraig emphasises that successful conservation would involve implementing bans on industrial-scale fishing in Irish coastal waters and establishing meaningful marine protected areas—not just 'paper parks' but properly managed conservation zones.Kieran Flood from the Irish Wildlife Trust shares insights into one of Ireland's longest-established nature charities. Founded in 1979, the organisation focuses on protecting and restoring Ireland's natural heritage through education, advocacy, and developing nature reserves. Kieran explains that despite Ireland's green reputation, Irish biodiversity faces serious threats from intensive agriculture, forestry practices, and industrial fishing. The trust is currently focusing on supporting the implementation of the EU Nature Restoration Law, campaigning for effective marine protected areas through the Fair Seas coalition, and expanding their rewilding projects. He emphasises that perhaps the most important change needed is a fundamental shift in how people understand their connection to nature, recognising that humans are not separate from the natural world but an integral part of it.Subscribe to Tommy's Outdoors: Conservation and Science NewsletterSupport the Podcast and Buy Me a Coffee.Recommended Books: tommysoutdoors.com/booksMerch: tommysoutdoors.com/shopFollow Tommy's Outdoors on Bluesky, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Facebook

Send Me A Message!! Uncover the vital role of gardeners in championing biodiversity and nature conservation, particularly in Ireland, with exclusive insights from Kieran Flood of the Irish Wildlife Trust. Learn how your individual efforts can collectively make a significant impact on local ecosystems. Kieran delves into the Trust's mission to protect and restore biodiversity through empowering individuals via volunteer-driven initiatives, citizen science projects, and engaging educational events. Despite the looming challenges of biodiversity loss, we celebrate the inspiring successes and positive strides made in conservation efforts and the significant power of public support in driving governmental action.Explore how a new EU law could revolutionize environmental restoration across various habitats, including crucial support for pollinators. The conversation emphasizes the importance of government funding and individual contributions, such as creating diverse habitats in home gardens, to foster biodiversity. Through personal victories like attracting wildlife to our gardens, we illustrate how small actions can lead to meaningful environmental contributions. The episode also touches on the broader successes in environmental conservation, highlighting the critical role of public engagement in influencing policy decisions.Marvel at the resurgence of wildlife in Ireland, from the natural return of woodpeckers to the reintroduction of majestic birds of prey such as red kites, golden eagles, sea eagles, and ospreys. Discover how nature restoration efforts, like the rewetting of peatlands, have enabled the return of species like cranes. Practical gardening tips are shared, such as letting parts of the garden go wild and incorporating water features, to enhance local ecosystems. By viewing gardens as thriving ecosystems, gardeners can enjoy both the beauty and practical benefits of a biodiverse environment while contributing positively to the natural world.You can find out more and support Irish Wildlife Trust here https://iwt.ieSupport the showIf there is any topic you would like covered in future episodes, please let me know. Email: info@mastermygarden.com Master My Garden Courses: https://mastermygarden.com/courses/Check out Master My Garden on the following channels Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mastermygarden/ Instagram @Mastermygarden https://www.instagram.com/mastermygarden/ Until next week Happy gardening John

In this episode I'm joined by Declan Quigley to explore the history of sturgeon in Irish waters. We talk about the recent campaign by the Irish Wildlife Trust to reintroduce this ancient fish. The conversation dives into the history of sturgeon in Ireland, discussing their critical endangerment and the factors that led to their decline, including overfishing and habitat loss. Declan shares his extensive research findings, revealing that while sturgeon haven't been confirmed to spawn in Irish rivers, they have a historical presence in coastal waters. The episode highlights the challenges and potential for sturgeon farming as a conservation tool, as well as the importance of preserving knowledge about these remarkable creatures. Listeners will also discover the cultural significance of sturgeon in Ireland and the ongoing efforts to ensure the survival of this iconic species.Takeaways: The Irish Wildlife Trust advocates for a feasibility study to reintroduce sturgeon into Irish waters. Despite historical presence, evidence suggests sturgeon may have never spawned in Irish rivers. Sturgeons are ancient fish, often referred to as living fossils due to their long evolutionary history. Declan Quigley highlights the critical decline of sturgeon populations due to overfishing and habitat loss. Efforts in France aim to breed sturgeon, potentially leading to increased sightings in Irish waters. Sturgeon farming may contribute positively to conservation by supplying caviar and reducing poaching. Subscribe to Tommy's Outdoors: Conservation and Science NewsletterSupport the Podcast and Buy Me a Coffee.Recommended Books: tommysoutdoors.com/booksMerch: tommysoutdoors.com/shopFollow Tommy's Outdoors on Bluesky, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and FacebookMentioned in this episode:This is the Conservation and Science podcast Replay series, a curated collection of best episodes from last year. If you are new to the show, this is an excellent opportunity to catch up with the most popular episodes from the back catalogue. And if you're a regular listener, maybe you missed one of those or want to listen to one of them again. Don't worry! The new episodes are being published on the regular fortnightly schedule, so keep tuning in for the new content every other Tuesday.

Ours to Protect is a unique and exciting audio project – a collaboration of local and regional broadcasters from across the country who have come together to tackle climate change, champion climate action, and inform and educate audiences all over Ireland about how they can make a difference. Today on ‘Ours To Protect' John Morley talks to Keith Fahy of Country Life about the Buaile Bó Ballyloughane pilot project.   Did you know… In 2024, Ballyloughane will welcome a new group of residents: a family of Dexter cows, as part of Galway City Council's fascinating biodiversity trial project. Native breeds are often adapted to specific habitats. They graze in ways that promote plant diversity and can even help disperse seeds through their fur, fostering a healthy and balanced ecosystem. Reintroducing native breeds brings back natural-born pest controllers. Many native species have evolved alongside these animals, meaning they can help keep insect and rodent populations in check without relying on pesticides. Why is it important to reintroduce native breeds? Unlike larger cows, Dexters graze more selectively. They nibble on the dominant grasses, allowing wildflowers like knapweed, red clover, and birdsfoot trefoil to flourish. Healthy wildflower populations attract a wider variety of insects, which in turn become a food source for birds. The Ballyloughane project aims to create safe nesting and feeding areas for coastal birds by encouraging wildflower growth. The Ballyloughane project is a great example of how reintroducing native breeds can benefit biodiversity in a specific location. The project's success can inspire similar initiatives in other parts of Ireland, promoting the use of native breeds for conservation purposes. What can I do help with projects like the Ballyloughnane project? Consider supporting local farmers who raise native breeds of cows. Look for products that are labelled as sustainable or wildlife-friendly. If you're involved in agricultural organizations or speak with policymakers, you can advocate for the use of native breeds like Dexter cows in conservation efforts. Reach out to the organizations involved in the Ballyloughane project, such as the Burrenbeo Trust or the Irish Wildlife Trust. They might have volunteering opportunities or donation options on their websites. Here's a few websites if you want to know more! https://www.galwaycity.ie/buaileboballyloughane - Galway City Council's explanation of the Ballyloughnane Project https://nationalinventoryich.tcagsm.gov.ie/native-irish-cattle-breeding/ - Ireland's National Inventory of Intangible Cultural Heritage https://www.teagasc.ie/publications/2024/buaile-bo-ballyloughane---new-biodiversity-pilot-project-for-galway-city.php - Teagasc For more info go over to galwaybayfm.ie, click on Our to Protect image on home page. You could try out the  ‘Ecological Footprint' calculator and you can take a quick survey. ‘Ours To Protect' brought to you by Galway Bay fm, the IBI and funded by Coimisiún na Meán with the television licence fee – check out ‘ours to protect.ie for more info.

Please join us at patreon.com/tortoiseshack (Editors note: Before Listening I recommend that you read this short thread - https://twitter.com/whittledaway/status/1683040346740072448?s=20) Pádraic Fogarty loves nature. His nature-themed writing, advocacy and activism spans over two decades. So it was a shock to many to see that he had resigned from the Irish Wildlife Trust over a blog post that upset the Irish Farmers Association. He joins us to talk about how it all went down, why he he doesn't regret the 'lurching to the far right' comment that has seen him be attacked across social and indeed parts of the mainstream media. Where to next for Pádraic? Why did the IWT cave to the IFA? Who is the modern far right? We get into it. The Right to Housing Referendum podcast is out now here:https://www.patreon.com/posts/patron-exclusive-86631400

Padraic Fogarty and Pat McCormack, President of the ICMSA.

Please join us at patreon.com/tortoiseshack Most weeks we get a sprinkling of political polling across the newspapers, but what is interesting (at least to me) is how the sausage is made and who decides to lean into certain controversial topics, such as immigration or Ireland's neutrality. Joining me in the tortoise shack for what is undoubtedly the biggest nerd-out on polls podcast we've ever done is TUD lecturer, former political staffer and the guy behind Ireland Thinks, Kevin Cunningham. This is for all my fellow poll nerds. The podcast with former communications officer with the Irish Wildlife Trust, Pádraic Fogarty on THAT blog post is out now here:https://www.patreon.com/posts/patron-exclusive-86576407

The Campaigns Officer at the Irish Wildlife Trust, Pádraig Fogarty has resigned from his position after a blog he wrote, criticising farming organisations was edited, and parts of it removed.

Padraic Fogarty of the Irish Wildlife Trust.

Summer is approaching, which means rising temperatures and an increased chance of wildfires. On this week's episode, Pádraic Fogarty of the Irish Wildlife Trust tells us about the damage caused by wildfires - many set deliberately - in Ireland, while Marcin Pater from the European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations (DG ECHO) of the European Commission explains how countries are pooling resources to battle the growing threat posed by these huge blazes. The Explainer is brought to you by The Journal. Providing open access to valuable journalism in Ireland has been the aim of The Journal for a decade. You can contribute to ensure we can keep questioning, investigating, debunking, explaining and informing at www.thejournal.ie/contribute/

Padraic Fogarty, Irish Wildlife Trust, TJ Maher, IFA Animal Health Committee Chair

Pádraic Fogarty is an ecologist and environmental scientist, chairman of the Irish Wildlife Trust from 2009-2013, editor of 'Irish Wildlife' magazine from 2009 to 2017 and currently acts as their campaign officer. He is author of 'Whittled Away - Ireland's Vanishing Nature', published in 2017. In this episode of the NeighbourFood podcast, we chat with him about the ecological state of Ireland today; the EU's new “Nature Restoration Law”; marine protected zones; what's exciting about some new policies and movements and take a look at COP15, the UN Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD). And while Ireland and the world may be in a catastrophic state biodiversity wise, we talk about the vision for bringing nature in all it's glory back into our lives, by changing mindsets and actions. Padraic's knowledge and passion for nature is a pleasure to listen to. A massive thanks to him for his time in joining us to chat and if you are motivated by any of these topics today and would like to find out more, check out the Irish Wildlife Trust website iwt.ie or for some nice listening after you finish this, why not check out Irish their podcast series “Shaping New Mountains”. https://twitter.com/whittledawayhttps://twitter.com/Irishwildlifehttps://www.facebook.com/IrishWildlifeTrust/https://www.youtube.com/user/irishwildlifetrust Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On CorkToday with Patricia Messinger ---- TDs don't want to talk about the level of abuse they receive, in case it 'draws more abuse on them - Deputy Holly Cairns joins PatriciaFurther concerns at Coillte's forestry deal with a British Investment fund – the Irish Wildlife Trust joins Patricia A knife amnesty has been called for by Cork's Lord Mayor amid a rise in violent crime in the city and county – Cllr Deirdre Forde joins Patricia tomorrow We hear about Re-Bride which is a brand new wedding dress website that is connecting past brides with brides-to-be Our Movie Review with Mark Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pádraic Fogarty, From the Irish Wildlife Trust joined Kieran on The Hard Shoulder to discuss the groups calls to remove deer from The Phoenix Park...

Fires, poaching, and other wildlife crimes are taking a toll on animals and habitats. We hear about calls for a tougher clampdown with Padraic Fogarty, Campaign officer Irish Wildlife Trust.

Pádraic Fogarty, Irish Wildlife Trust, discusses the final day of COP15 after a draft agreement on protecting 30% of the world's land and seas was published.

The beauty, power and wonder of the sea as told by ex-fishermen, marine ecologists and environmental activists. Producer Bairbre Flood takes to the sea with Colin Barnes, Cork Whale Watch, on an ethical whale and wildlife tour, and meets with volunteers with the Bantry Bay Protect Our Native Kelp Forest campaign, lobster fisherman Kieran O'Shea, and marine biologist Shazia Waheed. Niall MacAllistar of Sea Kayaking With The Seals brings us out to explore Adrigole Harbour and Padraic Fogarty (Whittled Away: Ireland's Vanishing Nature) of the Irish Wildlife Trust explains what can be done to help protect the seas. Produced by Bairbre Flood with funding from the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland Sound and Vision Scheme from the television license fee.

Ireland will today take a tentative step towards offering ‘loss and damage' payments to poor countries suffering climate catastrophes in an announcement to be made later. The money will come out of existing climate contributions so will not amount to extra funding, but Taoiseach Micheál Martin said labelling it ‘loss and damage' would send an important message. But are developed countries being hypocritical when it comes to climate change? Speaking to Shane this morning was Vijaya Ramachandran Director for energy and development at the breakthrough Insititute in California and also Padraic Fogarty Campaign Officer with the Irish Wildlife Trust.

Ireland will today take a tentative step towards offering ‘loss and damage' payments to poor countries suffering climate catastrophes in an announcement to be made later. The money will come out of existing climate contributions so will not amount to extra funding, but Taoiseach Micheál Martin said labelling it ‘loss and damage' would send an important message. But are developed countries being hypocritical when it comes to climate change? Speaking to Shane this morning was Vijaya Ramachandran Director for energy and development at the breakthrough Insititute in California and also Padraic Fogarty Campaign Officer with the Irish Wildlife Trust.

We here at Futureproof don't need to tell you that biodiversity is in crisis. This is true in our seas as much as in our oceans, and despite that, only 2% of our waters are designated "Marine Protected" areas but a national campaign called 'Fair Seas' is trying to change that. Joining Jonathan to discuss is Regina Classen, Marine Policy and Research Officer with the Irish Wildlife Trust and co-author of the 'Fair Seas' report, 'Revitalising Our Seas'.

New research from Queen’s University Belfast and Cornell University in the US has suggested that reintroducing native species of predators, such as the native lynx or wolf, could help with addressing the problem of invasive species in Ireland – in particular, Sika deer. Jerry gets the view of Pádraic Fogarty of the Irish Wildlife Trust.

Department of housing, local government and heritage officials will appeal before the Oireachtas Climate Committee today to discuss biodiversity. Rewilding is a strategy used to promote biodiversity by reintroducing plant and animal species that have been driven out, largely due to humans. Is it time the government allowed all empty public spaces in Ireland to be rewilded? Padraic Fogarty, Campaign Officer with the Irish Wildlife Trust spoke with Ciara on the show.

Department of housing, local government and heritage officials will appeal before the Oireachtas Climate Committee today to discuss biodiversity. Rewilding is a strategy used to promote biodiversity by reintroducing plant and animal species that have been driven out, largely due to humans. Is it time the government allowed all empty public spaces in Ireland to be rewilded? Padraic Fogarty, Campaign Officer with the Irish Wildlife Trust spoke with Ciara on the show.

Padraig Fogarty, Irish Wildlife Trust, Randal Plunkett, Baron of Dunsany, Dunsany Castle & Demense Co. Meath

The image of Ireland in most people's minds—whether you've been there or not—is likely to be a landscape of lush green rolling hills and farmland. But when it comes to sustainability and biodiversity, how “green” is Ireland really?Our guest this week is author and environmental campaigner Pádraic Fogarty. Pádraic is the author of the book Whittled Away: Ireland's Vanishing Nature and the spokesperson for the Irish Wildlife Trust. We speak with Pádraic about what the divisive “turf wars” are all about, protection for farmers, fishing, and how we can make the most impact as concerned citizens.Join us as we peek behind the curtain and attempt to separate appearance from reality around sustainability in Ireland.Dyed Green is a project of Bog & Thunder, whose mission is to highlight the best of Irish food and culture, through food tours, events, and media. Find out more at www.bogandthunder.com.Dyed Green is Powered by Simplecast. 

Past interviewee & marine biologist Ruth Leeney, has made herself quite busy since speaking to her last in June 2020. Have a listen to that episode, 32, here! Now we're here to chat about her upcoming book campaigns, bottom trawling and some of the animals she is working so hard to conserve. You can follow her on Instagram @ruleeney.[05:30] An intro to Ruth & what she's been up to this past year.[08:55] Dugongs & the book she's written about them.[14:25] Her sawfish book she's currently crowdfunding for, & all about sawfish.[20:15] How their populations are doing now.[23:50] What's threatening them.[30:15] What we can do to help.[37:35] Seaspiracy reaction.[41:00] Random Questions!Before you go, have a look at the links below as some calls to action might tickle your fancy!Support her kickstarter here.Check out the new coalition that is Transform Bottom Trawling that Ruth is a part of. They have some really useful info and graphics that you can download and it's available in several languages.Find the pre-existing book about Dugongs here.For people interested in learning about sawfishes, they can check out the Sawfish Conservation Society.This is the summary of a report Ruth worked on regarding bottom trawling and climate change, or if you have the brain power for the full report, you can find that here!Here's a petition requesting the EU to ban bottom trawling.Sea Change Ireland, The Irish Wildlife Trust, Sea Shepherd, Extinction Rebellion & Animal Rebellion were all mentioned as groups working to end bottom trawling practices & increase Marine Protected Areas (MPAs). Seal Rescue Ireland is another great charity to support and you can also listen to them in a previous Book of Leaves episode, here! Get bonus content on PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/bookofleaves. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Episode 100: Deer, Sheep and Fires with Ashley Glover There are no two ways about it. It's a milestone episode. Episode 100. To mark the occasion we get together with environmentalist, hunter and axe thrower, Ashley Glover to discuss some of the most interesting subjects from the past three years. And while the title says “Deer, Sheep and Fires,” in reality it should have said, “Deer, Sheep, Boar, Wolves, Mink, Trout, Seals, Woodland, Rhododendron and Fires.” You get the picture! In our conversation, you will be able to identify episodes from Tommy's Outdoors back catalogue that you might want to listen to. For your convenience, I have compiled below a full list of episodes discussed in our conversation. It is by no means a list of “best” episodes but just a list of those we mentioned. Episode 20: Irish Wildlife Trust with Pádraic Fogarty Episode 29: Forestry and Native Woodlands with Ciaran Nugent Episode 51: Fighting Illegal Salmon Netting with Bertie Brosnan Episode 54: The National Biodiversity Data Centre with Dave Wall Episode 61: African Swine Fever Awareness and Prevention with Shane McAuliffe Episode 68: Rewilding, Wolves and Biodiversity with Pádraic Fogarty Episode 71: The European Federation for Hunting and Conservation with David Scallan Episode 72: Seal Rescue Ireland with Mel Robinson Episode 73: Quantitative Ecology with Kilian Murphy Episode 77: Sweden is Hunting with Andreas Michalik Episode 78: Human-Seal Conflict with Liam Flannery and Dan Brosnan Episode 81: Skates and Marine Rewilding with Patrick Collins Episode 88: Rewilding Scotland with Peter Cairns Episode 89: Camera Trapping and Large Mammal Monitoring with Adam Francis Smith Episode 92: Upland Ecology with Cathy Mayne Episode 95: Białowieża Forest with Marta Klimkiewicz Episode 97: Human-Wildlife Conflict with Amy Dickman You will also receive hints of possible future episodes! I don't usually give that information away, but hey! There is only one episode 100 for every podcast! Finally, I would like to say a big “thank you!” to all my guests from previous episodes, for donating their time and sharing their views, experiences and knowledge. It is greatly appreciated. I would also like to give a very special thanks to all of you, my listeners! Thank you for your messages, your feedback and your support. You make this podcast worth doing. Onwards and upwards! To episode 200 and beyond!

Today Mary is talking to Conor W. O'Brien, author of Life in Ireland- A short history of a long time. Available to purchase athttps://irishacademicpress.ie/product/life-in-ireland-a-short-history-of-a-long-time/Conor is a wildlife writer and photographer, with a lifelong interest in the natural world. His work has been published in Ireland's Own, Irish Wildlife magazine and Wings, the official publication of Birdwatch Ireland, in which he wrote about Ireland's extinct birds. Conor's first book, Ireland Through Birds: Journeys in Search of a Wild Nation, was nominated for Best Irish Published Book of the Year at the 2019 An Post Irish Book Awards. He is a member of Birdwatch Ireland and the Irish Wildlife Trust, and has given presentations on the great auk and Ireland's Ice Age fauna to the latter. Conor is from Wicklow Town, he now lives in County Meath. Recommended books:Life in Ireland- A short history of a long timeBy: Conor W O Brien My Garden World By: Monty Don Europe: A Natural History By: Tim FlanneryOur Inner Ape: The best and worst of human natureBy: Frans de Waal The cultural lives of whales and dolphinsBy: Hal Whitehead and Luke RendellFive in Five- Trinity Botany Department short video on Burren Florahttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zYgysq6oUYoContact Conor atobrienconor@live.ieContact Mary at mary@burrennaturesanctuary.ieCheck out Burren Nature Sanctuary at www.burrennaturesanctuary.ie

Pádraic Fogarty of the Irish Wildlife Trust reminds people that young animals have, in most cases, not been abandoned and they don't need to be rescued.

Half of Killarney National Park was burnt by devastating fires this week due to 'countryside burning', something that has become an annual ritual. The Mourne Mountains suffered a similar fate. And many, many other hills and mountainous areas. We talk to Pádraic Fogarty of the Irish Wildlife Trust about why these fires are started, what CAP payments have to do with it, why we need to stop it and how we can go about it. We also talk 'ideological' housing policies; Debenhams workers still on strike; Eoghan Murphy; Arlene; Jigsaw closing and the country opening back up again.

If you listened to the Sunday Special you would have heard us say that we would be covering the concerns around the National Marine Planning Framework in more detail. and have we ever. Joining us to talk through the various issues (and there are many) are Ellen MacMahon of SWAN Ireland, Bernadette Connolly of the Cork Environmental Forum, Padraic Fogarty of the Irish Wildlife Trust, Patrick Lyne of the Irish Whale and Dolphin Group, Karin Dubsky of Coastwatch and friend of the pod Attracta Uí Bhroin. This is a terrific overview and insight into what is potentially a very damaging plan that is going to pass through the Dáil this Wednesday without any scrutiny! We're asking that you let your local TD know that you think railroading this through isn't good enough. Even a two line email saying you want the plan scrutinised would help! Get your TD's contact details HERE. And please consider helping the tortoise shack survive. Plus you get these podcasts plug free. Join us at patreon.com/tortoiseshack

The Irish Wildlife Trust have launched a campaign that legislation must be created regarding Marine Protected Areas in Ireland, to avoid damage to ecosystems and the death of marine life for the sake of building infrastructure, even if that infrastructure is environmentally beneficial. Campaign manager for the Irish Wildlife Trust Padraic Fogarty joined us this morning to tell us more. Listen and subscribe to Newstalk Breakfast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.     Download, listen and subscribe on the Newstalk App.    You can also listen to Newstalk live on newstalk.com or on Alexa, by adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.

Padric Fogarty Campaign Officer with the Irish Wildlife Trust discusses why he wants farming to pull back and give the lands back to nature. Listen and subscribe to The Pat Kenny Show on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify.      Download, listen and subscribe on the Newstalk App.     You can also listen to Newstalk live on newstalk.com or on Alexa, by adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.

Padraic Fogarty, Campaign Officer for the Irish Wildlife Trust and Host of the Shaping New Mountains Podcast, joined Sean on the show. Listen and subscribe to Moncrieff on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts or Spotify.    Download, listen and subscribe on the Newstalk App.     You can also listen to Newstalk live on newstalk.com or on Alexa, by adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.

Wolves have suffered from centuries of demonisation – so talk of reintroduction and boosting their populations is inevitably met with resistance – with opponents particularly worried about the threat to livestock. Pádraic Fogarty is an ecologist and environmental scientist who is the Campaign Officer with the Irish Wildlife Trust. He’s also a former editor of'Irish Wildlife’ and is author of ‘Whittled Away – Ireland’s Vanishing Nature’. He’s a leading advocate of the call to bring back the wolf. He spoke to Fran on Tipp Today this morning

Paula King-Delaney shares her Covid-19 experience from her hospital bed, we meet the Midlands Disability Services that are running out of money, and we ask Green Minister Pippa Hackett why she's on the other side of an argument from the Irish Wildlife Trust.

Pádraig Fogarty, spokesperson for the Irish Wildlife Trust, discusses the prospect of a pilot scheme which would see the shooting of seals in Cork and Kerry waters.

Tragic accidents claim 3 lives over the weekend, geographical representation in the cabinet, the arrest of Ghislaine Maxwell, and Irish Wildlife Trust

Pádraic talks about loving the Humpback Whale and the controversial concept of reintroducing Wolves to the Island of Ireland. Pádraic is an ecologist and also the Campaigns Officer with the Irish Wildlife Trust. The Trust aims to conserve wildlife and the habitats they depend on throughout Ireland while encouraging a greater understanding and appreciation of the natural world and the need to protect it. Pádraic is author of the successful nature book ‘Whittled Away – Ireland’s Vanishing Nature.’ In his book Pádraic issues a provocative call to arms and presents an alternative path to lead us to a brighter future. He calls for the return of long-lost species like wild boar, cranes, and wolves, showing how nature and wildlife can recover hand in hand.Find the Irish Wildlife Trust at www.iwt.ieBuy the book Whittled Away in the Irish Wildlife Trust shop or on Amazon (5 star rating)Recommended books:The Sea Around UsBy: Rachel CarsonThe Unnatural History of the SeaBy: Callum Roberts Recommended film:The Silver BranchFeaturing: local farmer Patrick McCormackhttp://www.seafeverproductions.com/#buy-dvds-Contact Pádraic through his website at:http://www.openfield.ieFind him on LinkedIn at:https://www.linkedin.com/in/padraic-fogarty-95b30a1bFollow him on Twitter at:@whittledawayCheck out the Burren Nature Sanctuary atwww.burrennaturesanctuary.ieFollow us on Instagram, Twitter and FacebookContact Mary Bermingham atmary@burrennaturesanctuary.ie

On the programme we continue our weekly look at the world of agriculture and food...As restrictions continue again for the coming weeks , we will again emphasise the key points in relation to Covid-19 guidelines and how they impact the sector .....We hear from IFA President Tim Cullinan on the special payment available to farmers and the ongoing work to get information out to the community about the help that is there and available for anyone that needs it ...We have come across a Cork couple creating a rooftop farm in the city centre ....yes you heard right ...An example of making good in the circumstances after a farm supplies business became a victim of the current situation..Last week we briefly mentioned some information from Safefood in relation to Covid-19 ..Farm Talk hears from Doctor Linda Gordon , Chief specialist in Microbiology on practical advice and tips on food shopping and storage ,to ensure health and safety ..Irish Wildlife Trust makes an appeal to the farming organisations in relation to wildfires in the wake of significant damage to habitats and the environment this spring...National Rural Network has a series of webinars running designed to point the way to reducing emissions from agriculture ..West Cork based David Purcell is a B and T Drystock Advisor with Teagasc and joins us to discuss issues around grazing at this time...Also , Farm Talk`s John O`Connor looks at some of the stories making the agri headlines this week ....Farm Talk kindly sponsored by Dairygold is aired every Saturday at 10am to 11am and on Wednesdays between 10pm and 11pm. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Should we be re-introducing wolves to Ireland? Padraic Fogarty is campaigns officer with the Irish Wildlife Trust, and on this Tuesday's 'Down To Earth' he explained why they are so important to the ecosystem.

The Irish Wildlife Trust has been conducting a survey of Otters in the city of Galway. A number of volunteers have been going out looking for traces of Otter activity by looking for droppings along the city’s waterways. Wildlife cameraman Donal Glackin joined them.

In recent weeks the news and media have been filled with reports about protesters demanding action on climate change. There's so much information and misinformation floating about, is it any wonder we all find ourselves confused and dazed. Often burying our head in the sand hoping that others will bring about changes which the world sorely needs. The activists, the protesters, the people who are in the news today while I'm watching from a safe distance. One such powerful, eloquent and exceedingly well informed activist is John Gibbons. Based in Dublin, John has been writing and speaking about environmental and climate-related issues for the last decade and more. This included a two and a half year stint as weekly environmental columnist with the Irish Times. He also maintains an environmental blog at ThinkOrSwim.ie He was invited recently to talk at the March Green Drinks event hosted by The Dublin Branch of The Irish Wildlife Trust. Fellow Ireland based podcaster with a passion for all things outdoors, Tommy Sera, (Podcast Tommysoutdoors.com) attended the event and recorded his talk. As you'll hear a talk full of passion, facts, irony and humour. It also isn't short on adult language too, so listen with care.

In recent weeks the news and media have been filled with reports about protesters demanding action on climate change. So, in the interest of covering important and current events related to the outdoors, once again, I am bringing you a recording of a talk. This time the speaker is the campaigning journalist and climate change activist John Gibbons. You can find more about John and his work by visiting his blog https://thinkorswim.ie. The talk was recorded during the March Green Drinks event hosted by The Dublin Branch of The Irish Wildlife Trust.

Today we’ve got something a little bit different. Instead of a guest, I have brought you a recording of a live talk by Pádraic Fogarty from Irish Wildlife Trust titled: Whittled Away, Ireland's Vanishing Nature. Pádraic is also the author of the book with the same title and I had the pleasure to chat with him last year on episode 20 of the podcast. Last Wednesday, Pádraic was invited to give the talk to the Kildare branch of BirdWatch Ireland and I thought it was a pity that they weren’t planning to stream or even record it. So I contacted organisers Brendan Murphy and Tom McCormack from BirdWatch Ireland and, with their permission recorded it. So, here you have it. Irish Wildlife Trust, Campaign Officer, Pádraic Fogarty and his talk for the Kildare branch of BirdWatch Ireland: “Whittled Away, Ireland’s Vanishing Nature”. Oh, and don’t forget to buy the book! https://www.whittledaway.com/whittled-away-the-book

This is a big one. Our guest, Pádraic Fogarty is the Campaign Officer at Irish Wildlife Trust and an ex-editor of the Irish Wildlife magazine. Protection and conservation of the natural world should be of the greatest importance for all outdoorsmen. For that reason, I was really excited when Pádraic accepted an invitation to the podcast. If you care about the environment, tune in and listen. We are talking not only about key conservation issues but also how to get involved and make a difference. This is not tree hugging stuff, this is a practical and down to earth discussion about the protection we all owe to Mother Nature. Also, check out Pádraic’s book “Whittled Away - Ireland’s Vanishing Nature”. https://iwt.ie https://www.whittledaway.com

The month's episode focuses on greenwashing: greenwash noun The practice of promoting environmentally friendly programs to deflect attention from an organization's environmentally unfriendly or less savory activities: Interview with Pauric Fogarty of the Irish Wildlife Trust, discussing Bord Bia's Origin Green campaign. We also discuss the citizens assembly, NGO and public pushback against foolish government policy, alternatives to mass dairy farming and much more.