The IFA Farm Forestry Chair has raised his concerns over the ever-growing threat of forest fires posed by weather patterns. IFA suggests forestry owners have a comprehensive fire plan map displayed at plantations, noting meeting places, locations of firefighting equipment, noundaries, hazards and firebreaks, and contact details for the forest owner and the local fire brigade. **************Statement in full –Fire Safety Advice for Owners of Farm ForestryIFA Farm Forestry Chair Padraig Stapleton has raised his concerns over the ever-growing threat of forest fires posed by weather patterns. “Few have felt it more deeply than forestry owners in recent weeks. IFA recommends the use of the Department Forest Certification Fact Sheet 8 – Fire Planning: risk assessment and measures to minimise risk.