Understanding societal priorities for forest ecosystem services: Survey insights from 'Forestry Days 2024' in Slovakia

Zuzana Sarvašová, Jozef Pajtík and Zuzana Dobšinská
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Zuzana Sarvašová: National Forestry Centre - Forest Research Institute, Zvolen, Slovak Republic
Jozef Pajtík: National Forestry Centre - Forest Research Institute, Zvolen, Slovak Republic
Zuzana Dobšinská: Department of Forest Economics and Policy, Faculty of Forestry, Technical University in Zvolen, Zvolen, Slovak Republic

Journal of Forest Science, 2025, vol. 71, issue 4, 195-204

Abstract: Understanding society's demand for forest ecosystem services (FES) is crucial for effective forest management and the development of supportive instruments, such as payments for ecosystem services (PES). This study surveyed visitors at 'Forestry Days 2024' in Slovakia through face-to-face questionnaires, capturing their views on FES and necessary management changes. Results show that regulating services and biodiversity are prioritised over cultural and provisioning FES. Respondents indicated a clear need for changes in forest management to reflect their FES preferences. Notably, perceptions of specific FES varied by gender, age, forestry background, and forest ownership but not by residence type. Public PES were considered the most acceptable policy for enhancing FES management, providing valuable insight for aligning public preferences with sustainable practices in Slovakia.

Keywords: biodiversity; payments for ecosystem services; preferences; regulatory services (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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