21 • 12 • 2012
Contaminated soil removed from state forests
Soil contamination in the forests of Zemgale, caused by a perpetrator dumping oil products only several kilometres away from the Latvian-Lithuanian border this past autumn, has been successfully...
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19 • 12 • 2012
Forest animals change fur coats
Latvia is located in the boreal climate zone with considerable temperature fluctuations in all seasons. To adapt to these changes, forest animals change their fur coats.
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06 • 12 • 2012
Let’s help pine groves!
Each year, JSC “Latvia’s State Forests” sets up several thousand birdhouses to combat deciduous and coniferous tree pests. For birds to continue re-using the company’s birdhouses, they must be...
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06 • 12 • 2012
Christmas trees from state forests
A decorated Christmas tree is an integral part of any Christmas celebration. Continuing a long-standing tradition, JSC “Latvia’s State Forests” remains forthcoming to Latvian residents, allowing...
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06 • 12 • 2012
Snow and ice damage state forests
Last weekend’s weather conditions, i.e. sleet in Latvia’s eastern regions, have caused damage to forests. Young trees have been bent irreversibly and treetops have been snapped off under the...
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03 • 12 • 2012
Young Forest Stands – a Delicacy on Elk’s Menu
Biologists call elk sedentary animals - they stick to their territories and do not stray without a particular need. Elk “love” forests and, when choosing their habitats, seek areas with glades,...
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27 • 11 • 2012
Come and Take Part in Nordic Walking Event!
Nordic walking is becoming increasingly popular and the village of Vijciems does not want to fall behind. Everyone is welcome to gather at the Vijciems Cone Drying Facility at 11 a.m. on December 1...
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26 • 11 • 2012
When Snow Mosquitoes Dance and Harvestmen Perish
Weather conditions are favourable enough this autumn for many surface invertebrates to remain noticeably active. During the warmest hours of the day, you can easily stumble upon arachnids, brown...
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20 • 11 • 2012
Month of frost brings back memories of October’s abundant colours
November or the so-called month of frost is a time when the autumn of yellow and brown leaves fades away in forests. This year, autumn colours lack shades of red. To some extent, this is compensated...
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09 • 11 • 2012
Forest caretakers wanted
JSC “Latvia’s State Forests” invites local residents and companies to apply for tending young forest stands and plantations in state forests. The company offers stable job opportunities in...
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07 • 11 • 2012
Largest fish caught
Only one species of fish is evaluated in each lake in JSC “Latvia’s State Forests” competition on the largest fish - carp in the Tērvete Reservoir, perch in Lake Lielauce, pike in Lake...
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