Feltbruk

Feltbruk is a Norwegian term that translates to “field use” or “utilization of field resources.” It refers to the management and allocation of land areas—such as arable land, pastures, and forestry plots—for various purposes, including production, research, and conservation. The concept is used in agricultural, environmental, and rural planning discourse to describe how fields are designated and managed over time.

Etymology and scope: The word combines felt (field) and bruk (use or utilization) and is used across Norway and Sweden to discuss practical arrangements of land use. Its scope can range from day-to-day agricultural activities and grazing schedules to longer-term land management plans, soil fertility strategies, and biodiversity considerations within field systems.

Applications: In farming, feltbruk covers crop rotation, manure and soil management, and seasonal field work. In research, it describes the designation of experimental plots and the methods used to manage them. In conservation and rural development, it is relevant to balancing productivity with ecosystem services and cultural heritage associated with traditional field practices.

See also: land use, agriculture, fieldwork, ecosystem management, rural planning.