EUSTAFOR releases two new podcast episodes

The second discusses the growing need for forests fire management, the third deals with the latest advances on nature conservation and biodiversity

EUSTAFOR has released its two newest episodes of their podcast series “The State of the Forests”. They deal with the growing need for forests fire management and also discuss the latest advances on nature conservation and biodiversity as well as the political efforts impacting forests in the recently finished polish presidency.

In the second episode Roberto Stelstra discusses the growing threat of wildfires across Europe with Francisco Javier Ezquerra Boticario from Junta de Castilla y León (Spain) and Monica Grindberg from Statskog (Norway). Fire risk, prevention strategies, innovation, policy challenges, and public involvement. Forest fires are no longer just a Southern European issue. Public awareness, local partnerships, and proactive policy adaptation are key to staying prepared.

We know how to manage fire risk through active forest management, but we need political will and support. Without it, rising wildfire danger could threaten both forests and people.

In the third epidode Dr. inż. Neroj Bożydar- Head of the Forest Management Planning Department, General Directorate of State Forests, Poland, talks on how Poland, through its leadership during the EU Council Presidency, played a key role in advancing forest policy discussions, particularly around the proposed EU Forest Monitoring Law. Poland advocated for a bottom-up, expert-driven approach that respects national contexts while aiming for EU-wide data harmonisation.

We also explore Poland’s long-standing efforts in biodiversity and nature conservation, especially within state-managed forests, which are significantly covered by Natura 2000 areas. To ensure Europe’s forests remain healthy and resilient, policies must evolve with the accelerating impacts of climate change. Sustainable forest management requires science-based adaptation, continuous professional monitoring, and strong collaboration between policymakers, foresters, and society.

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About the Podcast

EUSTAFOR’s Podcast explores the many ways in which sustainably managed forests contribute to society, climate action, and biodiversity. Featuring experts, policymakers, and forest practitioners, each episode highlights key issues, challenges, and opportunities in European forestry. Stay tuned for insightful discussions on the future of forests and their role in a sustainable world.

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