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Genetic resources Genetic resources that are vital for Finnish agriculture and forestry have adapted to the local natural and environmental conditions over thousands of years, which makes them unique. The conservation of genetic resources ensures ...https://mmm.fi/en/nature-and-climate/genetic-resources
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Conservation of forest genetic resources Sufficient genetic diversity ensures the success of our forest tree species in a highly variable environment. Safeguarding genetic diversity and resources is an important part of biodiversity conservation a...https://mmm.fi/en/conservation-of-forest-genetic-resources
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Conservation of the genetic diversity of agricultural plants and animals The preservation, conservation and sustainable use of the genetic resources of agricultural plants and animals are regulated by Finland’s National Genetic Resources Programme...https://mmm.fi/en/animals-and-plants/conservation-of-the-genetic-diversity-of-agricultural-plants-and-animals
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Biodiversity Biodiversity refers to the entire spectrum of life: genetic variation within species, the abundance of species and the diversity of their habitats. Halting the loss of biodiversity is a global target. Biodiversity in sustainable use a...https://mmm.fi/en/nature-and-climate/biodiversity
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Forest Reproductive Material and Forest Tree Breeding Suitable origin and good quality of forest reproductive material are essential in forest regeneration. Forest tree seedlings and seeds sold must be healthy and meet the quality criteria set for...https://mmm.fi/en/forests/forestry/forest-reproductive-material-and-forest-tree-breeding
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Animal breeding, registration and identification Animal breeding The objective of animal breeding activities is either to improve the genetic quality of production animals or to conserve genetic resources. The purpose animal breeding provisions is...https://mmm.fi/en/animals-and-plants/animal-breeding-registration-and-identification
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Animals and plants Finland prioritises the health and welfare of agricultural livestock as an important way to ensure food safety and quality along the food chain. Animal welfare » Animal welfare Transmissible animal diseases » Transmissible anima...https://mmm.fi/en/animals-and-plants
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Forest Governance The Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry directs and develops forest policy and legislation in Finland and participates in EU decision-making through the Government. Metsähallitus (State Forests), the Natural Resources Institute ...https://mmm.fi/en/forests/forest-governance
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fi sv en Biodiversity Agricultural environments are highly important for species that thrive in open areas. Many species of birds, mammals and insects use arable lands or their margins as well as grazing grounds created by traditional farming meth...https://mmm.fi/en/rural-areas/agriculture-and-the-environment/biodiversity
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Nordic cooperation and northern regional cooperation Nordic Council of Ministers Nordic cooperation involves Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Iceland as well as the self-governing territories Åland, Faeroe Islands and Greenland. The countries ...https://mmm.fi/en/eu-and-international-affairs/regional-northern-cooperation
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International agreements and organisations The most important international agreements and organisations concerning game husbandry and hunting include the following: Convention on Biological Diversity CITES Convention Bern Convention Bonn Conventi...https://mmm.fi/en/wildlife-and-game/protection-of-species-in-the-eu-and-international-game-policy/international-agreements-and-organisations
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Package of measures to strengthen forest growth and carbon sinks The package to strengthen forest growth and carbon sinks is composed of measures that promote climate-resilient forest management practices, support good productivity of managed fore...https://mmm.fi/en/forests/strategies-and-programmes/package-of-measures-to-strengthen-forest-growth-and-carbon-sinks
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fi sv en Agriculture and the environment Agriculture has both local and wide-ranging impacts on the state of the environment and functioning of ecosystems. The impacts are both positive and negative. Positive impacts can be seen as semi-open habit...https://mmm.fi/en/rural-areas/agriculture-and-the-environment
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Other strategies and programmes Besides the National Forest Strategy , Forest Biodiversity Programme for Southern Finland METSO , Climate Plan for the Land Use Sector and Finnish Bioeconomy Strategy , policies and measures related to the forest se...https://mmm.fi/en/forests/strategies-and-programmes/other-strategies-and-programmes
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Reports and memorandums Broschure Sustainable Growth from Renewable Resources (2019) Reports Plan for hunting wolves to manage the population – working group report (2021) Climate Programme for Finnish Agriculture – Steps towards Climate Friendly ...https://mmm.fi/en/publications/reports-and-memorandums
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History of the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry On 31 May 1860, Emperor Alexander II issued a decree establishing an independent Department for Agriculture and Public Works. The decree was published on 17 September 1860, which is therefore con...https://mmm.fi/en/history
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1.2.2024 | The Natural Resources Institute Finland (Luke) will replace the experimental cowshed in Minkiö, Jokioinen with a new one. The planning of the project and competitive tendering and planning the implementation of the construction work will be carried out during 2024. The construction of the new cowshed will take place in 2025 and the aim is to take it into use by the end of the year.https://mmm.fi/en/-/construction-of-new-experimental-cowshed-of-natural-resources-institute-finland-in-jokioinen-progresses
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24.3.2025 | 1 FOOD 2.0 Call Application schedule Call is opened in the haeavustuksia.fi application system on Friday 14 March 2025. Call will close on Monday 12 May 2025 at 16:15 o’clock (EET) The applications will be evaluated during May and June, and the ai...https://mmm.fi/documents/1410837/14505163/FOOD%202.0%20English.pdf/a3377add-cd16-6fed-6c86-147053749d1e?t=1742817757955
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4.7.2024 | FOREST BIODIVERSITY AND PROTECTION July 2024 MMM | FOREST BIODIVERSITY AND PROTECTION FORESTS ARE HABITATS WITH ABUNDANT SPECIES Of all plant, animal and fungus species in Finland, around 2/5 are found in forests. Finland is estimated to be home t...https://mmm.fi/documents/1410837/12877048/Forest_biodiversity_and_protection_08082019_EN.pdf/3e03398a-adad-07d0-39fc-c8583ac95940?t=1720096181972
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7.7.2022 | The Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry has approved the updated Management Plan for the Bear Population in Finland. The Management Plan is a key element of the policy on large carnivores and the management of their populations.https://mmm.fi/en/-/main-objectives-of-management-plan-for-bear-population-are-to-preserve-favourable-conservation-status-of-bear-population-and-ensure-that-bears-will-not-lose-fear-of-humans