Future forests: Effects of intensified forestry on assemblage composition and biodiversity in boreal forest landscapes

Author

Head of department: Göran Ericsson +46 (0)90-786 8508
Assistant head of department:  Joakim Hjältén +46 (0)90-786 8400

Postal address: Institutionen för vilt fisk och miljö, SLU, 901 83 Umeå
Visiting address: Skogsmarksgränd, Umeå

• Evaluate the ecological effect of intensified forestry on terrestrial communities.

Project description:

 Intensified forestry can potentially increase the production of bio fuel and decrease oil dependence. However, knowledge on the effects of intensified forestry on ecosystems and biodiversity is still lacking. The aim with this project is to evaluate the effects of intensified forestry on vegetation, insects, small rodents and birds. We will use a unique, large scale field experiment where intensified forestry will be tested in a 2000 ha landscape. The project will generate empiric knowledge on the ecological effects of intensified forestry on a wide range of taxa. The results will be used for evaluation of environmental impact (miljöanalys) and for better trade-offs between production and environmental goals.

Hosting forest company: Sveaskog.
Funding: Future forest, Swedish Energy Agency, Vinnova.

For further details log on website :
http://www.slu.se/en/departments/wildlife-fish-environmental-studies/research/research-areas/forest-biocore/future-forests-effects/