The value of forests and forest land for biological production must be protected, at the same time as biological diversity and cultural heritage recreational assets are safe-guarded.

This environmental quality objective means that:

• The natural production capacity of the forest soil must be preserved.
• The natural functions and processes of forest ecosystems must be maintained.
• Native species of plants and animals must survive in natural conditions and in viable populations.
• Endangered species and landscape types must be protected.
• Alien species and genetically modified organisms that may threaten biological diversity must not be introduced.
• Historical monuments and the cultural environment must be protected.
• The value of the forest for aesthetic experiences and recreation must be considered and utilised.

(The Environmental Quality Objective is approved by the Swedish Parliament in April 1999)

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