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The text, tables and graphs of the informative leaflet cover the key statistics on forest areas, forest areas by form of ownership, age structure of forest stands, forest areas by main tree species, forest cover of Latvia and statistical regions, total standing timber, damaged forest stands and those with lost vegetative vigour, afforestation, nature protection forest areas, felling and standing timber areas in breakdown by type of felling, violation of forest management laws, forest regeneration, forest regeneration and tending costs, average forestry costs, purchase prices of coniferous and deciduous sawlogs , forest fires , and game animals.
In 2018, rise in forest regeneration and tending costs observed
In 2018, the average forest regeneration costs in Latvia comprised 509–669 EUR/ha, depending on the forest land quality group.
The brochure contains tables and graphs depicting information on the social and economic situation in Latvia. The data are based on the provisional statistical information and covers the year 2018 in comparison with the previous years.
Prices of coniferous round timber rose and of deciduous fell
In the 2nd half of 2018, compared to the 1st half of 2018, the average purchase prices of coniferous round timber increased, while that of deciduous trees fell.
The Statistical Yearbook of Latvia is the most exhaustive annual publication of statistical information on the national economy and socio-economic processes in the country. The publication reflects data on 2017 compared to previous years.
The digital publication reflects 17 sustainable development goals and progress in meeting them in EU Member States and other countries.
The text, tables and graphs of the informative leaflet cover the key statistics on forest areas, forest areas by form of ownership, age structure of forest stands, forest areas by main tree species, felling areas and standing timber in regions of Latvia, forestry costs, purchase prices of coniferous and deciduous sawlogs, forest fires, protection of state hunting resources, and game animals.
In 2017, forest regeneration cost kept declining, while tending costs growing
In 2017, the average forest regeneration costs in Latvia comprised 438–567 EUR/ha, depending on the forest land quality group.
The brochure contains tables and graphs depicting information on the social and economic situation in Latvia. The data are based on the provisional statistical information and covers the year 2017 in comparison with the previous years.
Slight increase in purchase prices of round timber
Compared to the 1st half of 2017, in the 2nd half of the year the average purchase prices of round timber in Latvia increased.