Assessing the distribution and extent of High Nature Value farmland in the Republic of Ireland

High Nature Value farmland (HNVf) is managed farmland that has high biodiversity and often supports species of conservation concern. Assessing the distribution and extent of such farmlands is useful for appropriate targeting of conservation measures and supporting associated rural communities. The conservation of species and habitats within HNVf is also among the aims of the EU’s (European Union) Biodiversity Strategy and is a focus of the...