The Forest Research Institute of Thessaloniki () is a public research institution in Greece specializing in forest science, ecosystem management, and environmental conservation.Forest Research Institute of Thessaloniki - About Us
It is located in Thermi, outside the city of Thessaloniki, and operates under the supervision of the Hellenic Agricultural Organization – DEMETER (ΕΛΓΟ - Δήμητρα).Hellenic Agricultural Organization – DEMETER
History The institute was founded in 1961 to support research related to forestry, forest ecosystems, and environmental protection in northern Greece.History of the Forest Research Institute
The Forest Research Institute of Thessaloniki has helped in the development of forestry practices, as well as in the reforestation efforts, and for biodiversity conservation.Biodiversity Research Projects at FRI
Research areas Forest Research Institute focuses on a broad range of topics, including: Forest ecology and biodiversityForest Ecology Research Silviculture and sustainable forest managementSilviculture Research at FRI Reforestation and afforestation techniquesReforestation Techniques Climate change impacts on forestsForests and Climate Change Research Forest fire ecology and preventionForest Fire Ecology and Prevention Soil science and forest hydrology
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