Economic appraisal of forest management restrictions

The paper presents two operational forest planning models in the context of the expansion of forest areas in conjunction with conservation restrictions imposed by the European Union (Natura 2000 areas). The models allow quantification of operational disadvantages, which may result from additional conservation restrictions. Particular attention is paid to the model developed by JOEL DEAN. The one-period model for simultaneous scheduling of investment and financing is supplemented by a simple linear programming module for multi-period forest operations. The DEAN model is described without a specific example for the sake of clarity. The linear programming approach is demonstrated with a model forestry operation. Both models focus on the operational level and therefore allow quantification of. operational disadvantages and support of operational decisions. Development of conventions for financial remuneration is also considered.