scholarly journals Forest policy goals in Poland in light of the current forestry aims in Europe Part 3. European priorities for the forest policy in Polish programmes and strategies

2018 ◽  
Vol 79 (3) ◽  
pp. 211-227
Author(s):  
Adam Kaliszewski
Keyword(s):  
Rural Development ◽  
Forest Policy ◽  
Development Strategies ◽  
Green Economy ◽  
National Forest ◽  
Forest Sector ◽  
Policy Goals ◽  
Political Sector ◽  
European Forest ◽  
National Forest Policy

Abstract The aim of the paper is to review and evaluate Polish programmes and strategies centred on and related to forest, as well as national and transregional development strategies and priorities formulated at the european level. this work covers the ‘National Forest Policy’ and 28 other strategies, policies and programmes representing various forest-related policy areas, including environmental protection, agriculture and rural development, climate and energy as well as development strategies from 1997 to 2017. The study shows that many of the priorities of the European forest policy have not been reflected in the ‘National Forest Policy’. These include, among others, adapting forests to climate change and enhancing their mitigation potential, enhancing the economic contribution of forestry to rural development, enhancing the role of the SFM in a green economy, securing the participation of all stakeholders in forest-related decision-making processes, improving communication in forestry and developing cross-sectoral cooperation. However, many of these forest-related issues have already been included in numerous strategic documents of other policy areas. As a result, many European forest policy priorities are scattered across Polish policy documents of different forest-related sectors and it raises justified concerns that inconsistencies and contradictions exist between them. Another matter of significant concern is that the issue of forests and forestry is barely mentioned in any of the examined development strategies. This may also indicate that the forest sector is getting more and more marginalized in the socioeconomic and political sector, as forest policy goals are defined and achieved within other policy areas and are practically absent in national and transregional development strategies.

scholarly journals Forest policy goals in Poland in light of the current forestry aims in Europe Part 5. Towards a new forestry development strategy in Poland

2018 ◽  
Vol 79 (4) ◽  
pp. 355-364
Author(s):  
Adam Kaliszewski
Keyword(s):  
Development Strategy ◽  
Forest Policy ◽  
National Forest ◽  
Forest Sector ◽  
Forestry Policy ◽  
Policy Goals ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
European Forest ◽  
Council Of Ministers ◽  
National Forest Policy

Abstract The aim of this paper was to review and evaluate drafts of forest policy documents that have been developed for the purpose of updating the Polish “National Forest Policy” of 1997, but never entered into force. A total of 14 documents were covered in this analysis including 13 Regional Operational Programmes of the National Forest Policy and the draft of the National Forest Programme (NFP) developed in 2000–2005, as well as nearly 300 recommendations for the “second” NFP, elaborated in 2012–2016. Very soon after the “National Forest Policy” came into force, it turned out that it needed to be adjusted to changing legal, social and economic conditions. The first attempts to revise and amend the document were made already in 2000. As a result, until 2004, 17 Regional Operational Programmes of the National Forestry Policy were developed and, on that basis, until mid-2005 a draft for a new NFP was worked out. However, the draft was neither adopted nor did it ever enter into force. The second attempt to work out the NFP was made in 2012 and resulted in the development of nearly 300 recommendations to the programme. However, to date, the NFP itself has not been finished. Most of the documents examined here refer to the current priorities of the European forest policy, and thus they would close gaps in the Polish “National Forest Policy”. In this context, the recommendations to the “second” NFP are of great importance, because they were prepared through a wide participation of various stakeholders and they refer to a wide range of problems, propose specific legal regulations, as well as indicate directions for further development of the Polish forest sector. However, the completion of the NFP is a matter of political decision that rests with the Council of Ministers.

scholarly journals Forest policy goals in Poland in light of the current forestry aims in Europe Part 1. Forest policy processes in Europe

2018 ◽  
Vol 79 (1) ◽  
pp. 77-87
Author(s):  
Adam Kaliszewski
Keyword(s):  
European Union ◽  
Forest Policy ◽  
Legal Aspects ◽  
Policy Formulation ◽  
National Forest ◽  
The European Union ◽  
Policy Goals ◽  
European Forest ◽  
Council Of Ministers ◽  
National Forest Policy

Abstract The Polish “National Forest Policy” was adopted by the Council of Ministers in April 1997 and since then no revisions of this document have been made. However, over the last two decades policy changes affecting forests and forestry have been implemented worldwide including Europe. Nonetheless, in more recent years, significant changes in social, economic, institutional, and legal aspects of forestry have also occurred in Poland. This paper is the first of a series of five articles, which aim at highlighting necessary changes in the “National Forest Policy” following the achievements of European forest policy processes and trends in forest policy of selected European countries. The focus of the present paper are the most important European processes of forest policy formulation, in particular the Ministerial Conference on the Protection of Forests in Europe (Forest Europe process) as well as forest-focused and forest-related polices of the European Union. Included in this research are the Forest Europe resolutions as well as decisions and EU policies, strategies and legal acts in terms of the general objectives set for forests and forestry. The analysis focuses on the period 1997–2016, i.e. starting from the year the “National Forest Policy” has been adopted. The conclusions of this first paper are that in recent years, forests and forestry have been increasingly included in various sectoral policies of the European Union (environmental and biodiversity protection, climate, energy, agricultural polices), which requires the member states to revise and adjust their own forest-related regulations and policies.

scholarly journals Forest policy goals in Poland in light of the current forestry aims in Europe Part 4. Trends in forest policy of selected European countries

2018 ◽  
Vol 79 (4) ◽  
pp. 345-354
Author(s):  
Adam Kaliszewski
Keyword(s):  
Action Plan ◽  
Forest Policy ◽  
Forest Products ◽  
Green Economy ◽  
Federal State ◽  
National Forest ◽  
Forest Sector ◽  
Policy Documents ◽  
Illegal Harvesting ◽  
European Forest

Abstract The aim of this paper was to review and analyse the main forest policy documents in terms of the priorities formulated at the European level for Austria, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Germany (federal level) and Brandenburg (federal state level), as well as Finland. A total of 14 documents was covered in this research, including national forest programmes and forest strategies implemented in the period from 1997 to 2017. In all of the studied countries, forest policy documents were periodically revised and updated to account for changing political, economic, social and environmental conditions. As a result, at some point during the examined 20-year period, in each country the forestry priorities and goals were defined by a national forest programme. Furthermore, the vast majority of the priorities set by the European forest policy was reflected in the programmes and strategies of all the countries. Certain priorities concerning the illegal harvesting and trade of forest products, however, have not been included in the explored documents. Combating illegal harvesting of forest products and related trade is a corner stone of the EU FLEGT Action Plan and extends beyond forest policy issues of EU member states. The second corner stone is to ensure the contribution of the forest sector to a green economy, including a new concept of green economy, which still needs to be incorporated into national forest policies. Unlike Poland, in the studied countries the priorities of European forest policy have been included in single policy programmes or strategies, which define aims and goals, as well as means of their implementation in a comprehensive and coherent manner. This promotes strengthening the position of the forest sector within the national socio-economic system and supports active shaping of its relations to other sectors of the economy.

scholarly journals A qualitative and quantitative analysis of Turkish forest policy documents in the rural development scope

2017 ◽  
Vol 47 (6) ◽  
Author(s):  
Seçil Yurdakul Erol ◽  
Hasan Tezcan Yıldırım
Keyword(s):  
Rural Development ◽  
Forest Policy ◽  
Forest Resources ◽  
National Forest ◽  
Analysis Method ◽  
Qualitative And Quantitative Analysis ◽  
Main Approach ◽  
Qualitative And Quantitative ◽  
Content Analysis Method ◽  
National Forest Policy

ABSTRACT: The interaction between forest resources and forest villagers has made rural development a privileged component of Turkish forest policy. In this context the main aim of the study was to investigate the framing of rural development issues in national forest policy by using content analysis method. The economic aspect is the most prominent dimension regarding rural development in the context of national forest policy, environmental and socio-cultural factors follow it respectively. Also, the main approach depends on supporting the forest villagers and its development is seen as an essential tool to protect the forest resources.

scholarly journals Namibia’s National Forest Policy on Rural Development – A Case Study of Uukolonkadhi Community Forest

2015 ◽  
Vol 48 (1-2) ◽  
pp. 11-17 ◽  
Author(s):  
Andreas Nikodemus ◽  
Miroslav Hájek
Keyword(s):  
Rural Communities ◽  
Rural Development ◽  
Community Forestry ◽  
Forest Policy ◽  
Rural Poverty ◽  
Institutional Arrangement ◽  
Forest Resources ◽  
National Forest ◽  
Community Forests ◽  
National Forest Policy

AbstractForest resources still play a major role in sustaining livelihoods in rural communities, most especially in developing countries. Namibia’s community forests have much potential to combat rural poverty and contribute to rural development. Keeping the balance between the two chief objectives of the national forest policy; conservation and socio-economic development is of vital importance in combating both deforestation and rural poverty. Thus, this study primarily aimed to investigate the influence of Namibia’s national forest policy on forest resources contribution in rural development from 2009-2013. Forestry and environmental experts and local residents were interviewed. The results show that the lack of full governmental involvement in the management of community forests resources, low, erratic and irregular rainfall are the main challenges community forestry economy is facing. The strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats analysis indicates that good institutional arrangement of community forestry and active community participatory are some of the pillar strengths of the community forestry programme. The study concludes that there are several research gaps such as statistical information of forest conditions and the degree of poverty within rural communities. Motivating and supporting rural community forests management in any possible manners to give a ground to alleviate rural poverty and combat deforestation is the essential next step.

Canada's national forest strategies: A comparative analysis

1998 ◽  
Vol 74 (5) ◽  
pp. 683-693 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jeff L. Young ◽  
Peter N. Duinker
Keyword(s):  
Policy Development ◽  
Aboriginal People ◽  
Forest Policy ◽  
Public Consultation ◽  
National Forest ◽  
Forest Sector ◽  
Discussion Paper ◽  
Additional Time ◽  
Sustainable Forests ◽  
National Forest Policy

Canada's national forest strategies (NFS) advance a commitment to maintain the diversity of social, economic, and ecological values throughout the nation's forests. This paper tracks and compares four major events in the progression of Canada's national forest policy: (i) the 1981–1987 forest sector discussion paper; (ii) the 1987–1992 forest sector strategy; (iii) the 1992–1997 NFS; and (iv) the 1998–2003 NFS.The 1987 NFS consisted of recommendations, whereas the 1992 NFS presented commitment statements. Unfortunately, the 1992 strategy did not reference the Canada Forest Accord nor vise-versa. Further, the Accord signatories simply endorsed a set of national commitments - these were not binding on the provinces. The 1998 NFS strengthened the connection to the second Canada Forest Accord, but connection is still not complete, as the second Canada Forest Accord does not reference the 1998 NFS. Nonetheless, both 1998 documents direct signatories to produce measurable action plans by 1999, thereby determining their specific responsibilities and deadlines. Together, the 1998 Canada Forest Accord and NFS accommodate regional differences while instilling a level of responsibility to achieve sustainable forests nationwide.The process to develop the NFS has improved through each iteration due to the greater range of discussion topics and wider spectrum of participants, especially Aboriginal people. The flexibility in allowing additional time to consult stakeholders and draft better strategies has also strengthened the 1998 NFS, as the 1998 National Forest Congress was delayed.Maintaining wide consultation to address key stakeholder values, retaining flexibility while encouraging a significant level of commitment, and keeping strong connectivity between the Canada Forest Accord and the strategy are components for developing successful national forest policy in the future. Key words: Canada Forest Accord, Canadian forest policy, forest values, national forest strategy, policy development, public consultation, sustainable forests

16 Jahre waldpolitisch relevante Prozesse im Buwal / Bafu | 16 years of processes at the SAEFL / FOEN relevant to forest policy

2007 ◽  
Vol 158 (1-2) ◽  
pp. 1-13 ◽  
Author(s):  
Werner Schärer
Keyword(s):  
Federal Government ◽  
Forest Policy ◽  
Forest Service ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
National Forest ◽  
Organisational Structure ◽  
Service Organisation ◽  
Federal Structure ◽  
National Forest Policy

At the level of the federal government, since 1990 there have been at least 16 important processes relevant to forest policy. These processes mainly ran in parallel, but were in part contradictory,sometimes they were complementary and synergies were also achieved. The processes are divided into three main categories (processes triggered by nature, by the surroundings and self-initiated processes). They are briefly described and evaluated from a personal, forest policy point of view. Seven points for thought are used to show what needs to be taken into account in future national forest policy. Finally the Swiss forest service organisation is compared with another federal structure of an NGO, namely the organisational structure of Pro Senectute, the author's new area of work.

scholarly journals Forestry's Future Frustrated or A Condensed History of Canadian Foresters' Concern for Forest Renewal

1986 ◽  
Vol 62 (1) ◽  
pp. 35-50 ◽  
Author(s):  
E. S. Fellows
Keyword(s):  
Forest Policy ◽  
National Forest ◽  
History Of ◽  
Forest Renewal ◽  
National Forest Policy

A 40-year review of the concerns of Canadian foresters over the lack of a national forest policy in general and over failure to provide adequately for forest renewal in particular, as told chiefly in the words of contemporary writings and speeches.

scholarly journals Social Innovation as a Prospect for the Forest Bioeconomy: Selected Examples from Europe

Forests ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 10 (10) ◽  
pp. 878 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ludvig ◽  
Zivojinovic ◽  
Hujala
Keyword(s):  
Rural Areas ◽  
Social Innovation ◽  
Social Issues ◽  
Green Economy ◽  
Forest Sector ◽  
Forest Owners ◽  
Eu Policy ◽  
Urban Economic Development ◽  
Policy Goals ◽  
Rural And Urban

Very recently, social innovation has become a subject of investigation in forest research. Earlier on, social innovation turned into a term used in EU policy strategies for addressing social issues and the self-empowerment of local people, as well as for tackling economic, social, or environmental challenges. The question of how the forest bioeconomy might profit from social innovation remains. The article examined the forest bioeconomy from the perspective of social innovation features: How is social innovation reflected in the forest bioeconomy? The forest sector is identified as one principal supplier sectors in the updated European Bioeconomy Strategy. In the strategies’ general objectives of job creation and employment through the green economy, we detected some links to social innovation. In contrast, the EU Social Innovation Initiative includes social aspects via addressing collective action, integration of vulnerable social groups, and rural and urban economic development, without mentioning explicitly the forest sector. In order to make use of both EU policy documents, it is necessary to enquire on the overlaps. This research focused on the communalities in their policy goals as a reference framework for systematically identifying specific forest bioeconomy activities fitting into both realms. With example of these activities, we showed how the forest bioeconomy plays a unique role in addressing hitherto unmet needs with the development of new types of services. There is rich potential in the forest bioeconomy for private forest owners and producers with activities that range from social biomass plants to collectively organized charcoal (biochar) production in remote rural areas. Most of these are service innovations, while some combine services with product innovations. Our findings challenge positions that regard economic and social issues as strictly separated. As a result, they are identified as two combined complementary sources of income for Europe’s forest owners.

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