13th May 2024

Benefits of restoring terrestrial ecosystems to freshwater life

Restoration of terrestrial ecosystems has a positive impact on freshwater life, for example salmon fish populations in Icelandic rivers, which Icelanders are responsible for protecting and promoting.

13th May 2024

From breeding to furniture in less than a professional career span

Despite the relatively short breeding history of approximately 37 years, the fast-growing larch hybrid 'Hrymur' has already yielded wood suitable for furniture making.

7th May 2024

Wetlands research of Land and forest Iceland at the VistÍs 2024 Conference

At the recent annual conference of the Icelandic Ecological Society, scientists from Land and Forest Iceland presented the results of research on the relationship between water level and carbon dioxide emissions from Icelandic peatlands, as well as the effects of changing water level on bryophytes.

2nd May 2024

Register now for a record-breaking World Congress

Secure your spot today at the IUFRO World Congress, the leading global forest science summit held in Stockholm this summer. A record number of over 4,000 delegates worldwide have already registered, including a remarkable 45% of women participants.

30th April 2024

Birch planted in lupine on the occasion of sustainability week

Under the supervision of Land and Forest Iceland, the Midgard tour operator in Hvolsvöllur enjoyed a beautiful spring day on Wednesday, April 24th, undertaking the task of planting approximately 800 downy birch saplings in an area that the company has designated for the purpose of restoring the native birch ecosystem.

29th April 2024

The application deadline for forest seedlings from Vorviður extended until 5 May

Land and Forest is calling for applications from non-governmental organisations for afforestation support in the name of Vorviður. The support is intended for forestry by general associations and organisations, not companies or institutions, and in the form of forest seedlings only. The deadline for applications has been extended until 5 May.

17th April 2024

Land and Forest calls for a specialist in spatial information systems

We seek a highly skilled individual to join Land and Forest Iceland's geospatial information team. The successful candidate will possess expertise in data acquisition, processing, analysis, storage, and sharing. This role is part of the data, communication, and innovation support division.

16th April 2024

Green shoots even when it’s cold outside

During the early months of the year, when the weather is cool and spring is anticipated, it is beneficial to engage in activities related to the growth and sprouting of vegetation. Currently, Land and Forest Iceland staff in Gunnarsholt and Vaglaskógur National Forest are conducting seed sprouting tests and quality assessments on forest plants, among other activities.

15th April 2024

Farmers' grants for land reclamation

Land and Forest Iceland will provide grants to 418 farmers for land reclamation projects this year, covering approximately 3,800 hectares of land.

8th April 2024

Land and Forest Iceland Staff attended a Forest Roads Course

Eleven staff members from Land and Forest Iceland were among the thirty participants at a course on forest roads that ended in Hvanneyri in Borgarfjörður on Sunday, April 7.