Not for the first time in its history Leitrim found itself in the forestry spotlight again this summer following a concerted campaign led by the Leitrim IFA (Irish Farmers Association) protesting and agitating against afforestation within the county.The campaign made national news in all media including TV, and necessitated the Minister Andrew Doyle going on national radio also to Leitrim to meet with the campaigners.
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