Fourth Saimaa Ringed Seal Died in Fishing Net
A fourth Saimaa ringed seal has died in a fishing net this year, according to Metsähallitus.
Veteran resigns from Yle – New position already known
Markus Liimatainen, a long-time employee at Yleisradio, has resigned after over 26 years and is set to join Metsähallitus as communication manager.
Metsähallitus has launched a project aimed at restoring nature
Metsähallitus in Finland has initiated a restoration project funded by the EU to revitalize natural areas across eight provinces by 2030 to combat biodiversity loss.
Metsähallitus enhances monitoring of hiking sites
Metsähallitus is set to increase monitoring efforts at popular hiking destinations to prevent unauthorized tourism activities and clarify contractual practices.
Another new forest dispute in Suomussalmi - locals fear that the landscape of a popular recreational area will be ruined
Plans for logging by Metsähallitus near Varisjärvi in Suomussalmi have sparked concern among local residents about the potential destruction of the area's landscape.
A rare fungus grew on horse dung – Metsähallitus listed last year's best species discoveries
In Finland, several new species were discovered in various protected areas last year, including critically endangered species such as the copper underwing and the Lapland yellow butterfly.