From March 4 to 6, 2025, the FORADVISE project held its kick-off conference in Girona, Spain, bringing together 34 partners from across Europe. The three-day event aimed to strengthen the network of advisory organizations in forestry and enhance the sector in line with European Union policies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What Happened at the Conference?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The conference provided a fantastic opportunity for experts from forestry, science, and technology to connect and exchange knowledge. Over three days, participants engaged in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Field Visit to Vall d\u2019en Bas<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n To bridge theory and practice, the final day of the conference took participants to Vall d\u2019en Bas, a picturesque valley in Catalonia. Hosts from Consorci Forestal de Catalunya showcased a best-practice example of sustainable forest management, sparking discussions on the challenges and opportunities for developing multifunctional and resilient forests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n What\u2019s Next?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The kick-off conference marked an important first step in building a strong European advisory network in forestry. Partners expressed great enthusiasm for the continuation of this five-year project, which will improve connectivity and knowledge exchange among forestry experts across Europe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The FORADVISE project is co-funded by the European Union\u2019s Horizon Europe research and innovation program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For more updates on future activities and events, follow our website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n PHOTO: FORADVISE<\/p>\n\n\n\n