Forestry Studies / Metsanduslikud Uurimused,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
78(1), P. 1 - 13
Published: Nov. 1, 2023
Abstract
This
paper
deals
with
a
quantitative
assessment
of
the
production
efficiency
forestry
sector
in
EU
countries,
which
is
largely
neglected
literature.
Only
few
studies
have
been
conducted
so
far,
processing
data
mainly
first
half
last
decade.
In
contrast
to
these
studies,
this
article
we
focus
on
period
between
2016
and
2020.
Therefore,
main
objective
compare
forest
fill
gap.
The
empirical
results
study
show
that
leaders
are
Germany,
Finland,
Czech
Republic.
These
countries
fully
efficient
throughout
under
review.
contrast,
Bulgaria
lags
far
behind,
an
score
typically
around
35%.
cluster
analysis
although
similar
characteristics,
their
scores
not
necessarily
at
same
level.
Annals of Forest Science,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
81(1)
Published: May 8, 2024
Abstract
Key
message
A
validation
convention
can
be
established
for
forest
management
optimization
models.
It
consists
of
(1)
the
delivery
face
validation,
(2)
performing
at
least
one
other
technique,
and
(3)
an
explicit
discussion
how
model
fulfills
stated
purpose.
Validation
by
potential
users
or
external
experts
is
high
importance.
Context
Optimization
modeling
has
long
assisted
ecosystems,
but
credibility
these
models
always
been
debated
with
criticisms
concerning
data
quality,
failures
to
include
relevant
processes
in
scope
models,
inclusion
unrealistic
assumptions.
widely
considered
crucial
establishing
general,
validate
particular
represents
a
permanent
question
generally
operations
research.
Aims
We
aim
synthesize
practical
recommendations
development
frameworks
management.
Methods
selected
sample
46
studies
devoted
applied
practice,
analysed
contents
respect
provided
critical
review.
Results
clarified
meaning
usage
different
validation-related
terms
that
are
commonly
encountered
literature,
identified
categorised
various
methods
used
demonstrate
credibility,
derived
organizing
principles
helped
suggest
improvements
frameworks.
Conclusions
we
consist
three
stages.
By
providing
structured
consistent
information
about
processes,
researchers
better
their
work
readers
users.
Forests,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
14(3), P. 476 - 476
Published: Feb. 27, 2023
In
Lithuania,
as
in
other
analyzed
countries,
greatest
attention
is
concentrated
on
the
protection
and
monitoring
of
state
forests,
while
situation
private
forest
sector
quite
unclear
uncertain.
most
European
well
there
are
a
lack
socio-economic
data,
no
planned
methods
permanent
programs.
We
claim
that
problem
achieving
sustainability
sector,
case
estates
owners,
could
be
partially
solved
by
implementing
social
economic
indicators.
This
study
proposes
need
for
establishment
database
owners
Lithuania.
this
article,
we
have
carried
out
detailed
analysis
scientific
sources
selected
indicators
to
help
adoption
optimal
management
solutions
sector.
To
explore
establish
conducted
an
empirical
applying
method
semi-structured
interview
group
experts/specialists
forestry
field.
Summarizing
results
research,
it
can
concluded
information
about
forests
Lithuania
obvious,
would
clarify
pressing
problems
face
when
farming
their
estates.
also
allow
improvement
policy
formulation
implementation,
legal
regulations,
organization
necessary
changes
forestry.
Therefore,
criteria
ensure
more
sustainable
management.
Scientific Reports,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
13(1)
Published: July 25, 2023
Abstract
Intensive
ungulate
browsing
significantly
impacts
forests
worldwide.
However,
it
is
usually
not
single
events
that
lead
to
sapling
mortality,
but
the
little-researched
interactions
of
browsed
saplings
with
their
biotic
and
abiotic
environment.
(I)
Our
objective
was
assess
impact
on
growth
young
relative
other
environmental
factors
by
utilizing
height
increment
as
a
sensitive
measure
vitality
indicate
status.
(II)
Furthermore,
we
aimed
identify
affecting
at
our
study
sites,
assessed
probabilities,
effective
mitigation
measures
for
impact.
We
analyzed
an
extensive
dataset
248
wildlife
exclosures,
which
were
erected
in
2016
beech
dominated
across
Germany
annually
until
2020.
Browsing
probability
light
availability
most
influential
parameters
selectively
browsed,
admixed
tree
species
(e.g.,
sycamore
maple).
Height
showed
abrupt
setbacks,
caused
permanent
collapse
when
exceeded
certain
level.
enhanced
increment.
An
increase
deer
harvest
reduced
considerably.
conclude
growth-inhibiting
effect
multifactorial
phenomenon,
can
be
mitigated
silvicultural
management
efficient
hunting
strategies.
Forest Policy and Economics,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
157, P. 103074 - 103074
Published: Oct. 7, 2023
Climate
change
mitigation
and
adaptation
innovations
in
the
forest-based
sector
can
potentially
have
important
environmental
benefits
but
it
is
not
clear
what
drives
such
innovations.
In
this
paper
we
present
results
of
a
2021
survey
on
sample
293
Austrian
Slovenian
enterprises
using
theory
planned
behaviour.
Consistent
with
previous
studies
that
applied
to
forest
management
other
topics,
confirmed
attitudes,
norms
perceived
behavioural
control
significantly
affect
intentions
act.
However,
was
possible
confirm
an
association
between
actual
To
explain
intention-behaviour
gap,
explored
two
factors:
First,
respondent's
perception
climate
as
opportunity
for
mitigate
or
threat
operations
need
do
adaptation.
Second,
belief
problems
are
bigger
more
geographically
distant
locations
(spatial
bias).
Whereas
data
were
insufficient,
our
indicate
strongly
opportunity,
likely
company
adapt.
Results
implications
both
innovation
policies
addressing
Europe
future
research
Forests,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
15(9), P. 1657 - 1657
Published: Sept. 19, 2024
The
development
of
a
monitoring
system
for
the
socio-economic
indicators
private
forest
owners
includes
comprehensive
collection
various
data.
These
data
encompass
general
information
about
forests
owners,
need
monitoring,
periodicity,
and
other
relevant
factors.
This
holistic
approach
allows
detailed
assessment
social
economic
conditions
as
well
efficiency
their
operations,
ultimately
aiming
to
achieve
sustainable
management.
research
builds
upon
previous
studies
by
authors
that
investigated
involved
interviews
with
experts.
Based
on
obtained
from
these
earlier
efforts,
this
study
aims
present
refined
methodology
Lithuanian
owners.
findings
research,
it
is
highly
recommended
be
implemented
at
state
level
across
entire
territory
Republic
Lithuania.
results
show
benefits
not
only
but
also
society
whole.
Residence
size,
property
association
membership
emerged
most
significant
factors
influencing
while
knowledge
in
forestry,
distance
forest,
gender
showed
weaker
still
notable
effects.
suggest
can
help
ensure
management
maintenance
ecosystem
services,
addition
contributing
region’s
development.
It
conducted
every
five
years.
Agricultural Economics (Zemědělská ekonomika),
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
70(11), P. 565 - 576
Published: Nov. 29, 2024
This
study
uses
micro-financial
data
to
examine
the
efficiency
of
agricultural
enterprises
in
Germany
and
its
neighbouring
countries.
The
aim
is
introduce
a
model
for
sector
conduct
an
analysis
using
these
data,
interpreting
results
with
specific
knowledge
management
agriculture
company.
Both
technical
allocative
efficiencies
were
determined,
companies
ranked.
Possible
correlations
between
company
size,
measured
by
turnover,
determined
analysed.
At
present,
there
lack
studies
high
aggregated
financial
which
are
basis
necessity
well-founded
decision
support
increase
efficiency.
envelopment
method
was
used,
as
non-parametric
procedure
from
operations
research
economics
field.
constant
returns
scale
(CCR)
variable
(BCC)
models
used
calculate
values.
showed
that
large
very
achieved
highest
levels
Interestingly,
lost
compared
companies,
suggesting
optimal
level
lies
latter.
Furthermore,
Netherlands
absolute
leader,
while
other
countries
similar
lower
efficiencies.
contributes
literature
providing
comprehensive
based
on
thus
offering
future
political
decisions.
