Tendencies of the development of forest management in modern Russia

Abstract

Entrepreneurial activity in the sphere of forest management is characterized by a system of extensive relations and entrepreneurs seek to gain maximum profit from the use of economic, social and natural resources. In the article, the authors focus on the theoretical aspects of the study of forest management in modern Russia and analyze the key legal provisions regulating the activities of businessmen involved in the sphere of forest management. Based on the use of statistical analysis methods, the authors assess the state of forestry and reforestation process in Russia. According to the calculations, the authors conclude that the increase in forest cutting brings about a decrease in forest restoration (including artificial reforestation). Thus, entrepreneurs face certain problems related to the forest resources valuation. The authors conclude that an overestimation of the value of forest resources (rental rates) leads to a decrease in the entrepreneurial activity in the sphere of forest management. On the other hand, low cost of forest resources attracts unreliable investors, which has a negative effect. The researchers suggest that a concession is an effective mechanism for interaction between the authorities and business structures in forest management. They argue that this will make the use of forest resources more effective thanks to the process of reforestation.