The Latvian State Forest Research Institute "Silava" is pleased to invite participants to the 5th International Conference Old-Growth Forests: Policy and Practice, taking place on October 16–17, 2025 in Kalsnava, Madona District, Latvia.
This hybrid event will bring together leading researchers, policymakers, conservationists, and forest practitioners to discuss the management, conservation, and policy aspects of old-growth forests in the context of sustainable forest use and climate change mitigation.
Conference Format:
- October 16 (Day 1) – Indoor sessions (hybrid: in-person & online)
Presentations, discussions, and keynote speeches - October 17 (Day 2) – Field excursion (in-person only)
Guided visit to selected long-term forest research sites in eastern Latvia
Online participants will receive the access link prior to the event.
The previous edition of this Conference gathered over 70 participants from more than 15 countries, creating a platform for knowledge exchange and international collaboration on old-growth forest management and policy.
Registration & information:
Registration form and Conference page
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