Metla’s values
Reliability
We act responsibly by producing scientifically objective and reliable information and by meeting the commitments made to our clients.
Occupational skills, competence and well-being
We motivate our personnel by developing their skills and competence to attain our shared goals and to become a world-class leader in the field of forestry.
Interactivity
We act openly and interactively in the best interest of our clients.
Proactivity and creativity
We anticipate future needs for information and develop our practices with an open mind and without prejudice.
Mission
We are building the future of the forest sector by producing or disseminating information and expertise for the best of society.
Strategy
We conduct research and development activities with scientifically high standards and positive social impacts, enhancing sustainable use of forests and economic competitiveness.
To provide means for social decision-making and to promote well-being in society we produce, acquire and disseminate high-standard scientific information on forest-related topics: the forest ecosystem, various forms of forest use, forest reserves and their utilisation and protection.
Our objective is to develop possibilities for forest-based production and services and to promote sustainable use of forests by increasingly directing our research towards improving business operations and supporting the formulation of forest policies.
We conduct basic research to support applied research, we develop cooperation within the forest sector and the utilisation of research results, and perform our tasks as a public authority.
Further information about Metla’s strategy 
Tasks
We support economically, ecologically and socially sustainable forestry
- by conducting research and generating research information on forest ecosystems, various forms of forest use, as well as forestry and timber trade and industry
- by providing services to information end-users and serving as an expert
- by managing forest tree breeding operations in Finland
- by performing our tasks as a public authority, and
- by publishing research results and disseminating information on current issues relating to forests and forest research