Research activities

The Kannus Unit focuses on topics related to nature and forests in its home region, the Ostrobothnia area. The forests are characterised by a high proportion of young stands- and peatland forests and fragmented private ownership. The special features of the young soils along the west coast of Finland present an interesting challenge. The Kannus Unit´s research activities are effective and of high quality. The projects cover as well national and international aspects.

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Researchers in Kannus

Main research topics: Energy from wood and the forests Forest management planning Coastal forests Afforestation of agricultural land Utilisation of peatland forests	Photos: Metla/Antti Wall
	The project "Recovery of logging residue for energy as part of forest management" is investigating the effects of logging residue removal on soil properties.