Forestry legislation is dealt with at Member State level.
At EU level, the forest strategy defines general principles. It is complemented by a multiannual implementation plan.
Legislation of related policy areas, e.g. birds, habitats and rural development, also include forest-related provisions.
Commission Communication: A new EU forest strategy: for forests and the forest-based sector
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Commission Staff Working Document: Multi-annual Implementation Plan of the new EU Forest Strategy
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Commission Staff Working Document: A Blueprint for the EU Forest-based Industries
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Commission Communication: Stepping up EU Action to Protect and Restore the World’s Forests
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Commission Report: Progress in the implementation of the EU Forest Strategy
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