metsähallituksen

Metsähallituksen, also known as the Finnish Forest Research Institute, is a government-owned research and development organization in Finland. Established in 1919, it is the largest forestry research organization in the Nordic countries. The institute's primary mission is to promote sustainable forestry and forest-based industries by conducting research, development, and innovation.

Metsähallituksen operates under the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry and is funded through a combination of government grants and fees from its clients, which include forest owners, forest industry companies, and other stakeholders. The institute's work covers a wide range of topics, including forest ecology, forest management, forest genetics, forest biotechnology, and forest-based bioeconomy.

The organization has several research stations and experimental forests across Finland, providing a diverse range of environments for its research activities. Metsähallituksen also collaborates with universities, other research institutions, and the forest industry to foster innovation and knowledge exchange.

In addition to its research activities, Metsähallituksen provides services to the forest industry, including forest health monitoring, forest inventory, and forest certification. The institute also plays a key role in developing and implementing forest policies and strategies at both national and international levels.