Lorraine Courtney: Nature Restoration Law should have us all buzzing, but it’s vital that farmers are supported to buy in
We have a chance to resurrect our country’s ecosystems, but the custodians of the land must not be left to do the heavy lifting
Hedgerows are important for biodiversity
It’s hardly shocking that our farmers are in a tizzy over the Nature Restoration Law (NRL) – finally pushed through after two years of convoluted negotiations and a lot of compromises. Imagine being a farmer, reading about how this grand plan will transform your land into a biodiversity utopia, all the while knowing you’re probably footing the bill.
But being in Kerry this week was a wake-up call. The contrast between the vibrant fields of my childhood and today’s muted landscape is heartbreaking.
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