Finland

UPM's forests are located in the southern boreal, middle boreal and northern boreal zones of southern and central Finland. Finnish forests are described as semi-natural managed forests and contain only indigenous species.

The main tree species are Scots Pine (Pinus sylvestris), Norway Spruce (Picea abies) and Silver Birch (Betula pendula). Finland has about thirty indigenous tree species in all.

Country targets

Key area Targets
Native tree species Maintain and enhance native broadleaves.
Deadwood Maintain quality of deadwood in harvesting.
Valuable habitats Protect valuable habitats.
Structure Create more diverse forest structure.
Develop ecological plans for large forest estates.
Water resources Protect water ecosystems and peatlands.
Natural Forests Maintain conservation values in protected areas.
Develop management plans for Natura 2000 areas.

Biodiversity projects

Fire project

Valuable habitats survey in company forests

Vascular plants, mosses and liverworts

Artificial deadwood habitat for beetles

Esker habitats project

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