ERI FEB RAS

Forest Sector of the Russian Far East : an Analytical Survey / ed. Alexander S. Sheingauz. - Vladivostok ; Khabarovsk : FEB RAS, 2005. - 160 p. : ill. 27, tabl. 55, bibl. 192.

            The state, use, and reproduction of forest resources in the Russian Far East are considered. The state of utilizing them industries and forest export are analyzed. Main social and ecological problems originated by the forest use are listed. Possible role of local population and public organizations to improve forest relations is studied. Measures to convert forest use to sustainable development and biodiversity conservation are outlined.

            Intended for researchers, production experts and wide readers' circles.

            Key words: forest sector, use and conservation of forests.