Forest controversies 2023 (Review)

Hunters, forest owners, experts and students discussed the influence of roe deer on the regeneration of German forests at the Forest Controversies 2023 forum (in German).

The starting point of the discussions was the situation that roe deer, as a well-adapted cultural successor, currently find optimal conditions for reproduction in German forests. At the same time, their heavy browsing prevents the natural regeneration of the forest. In order to curb this problem, however, there is a lack of trained hunters who hunt both efficiently and sustainably. Better education and training for hunters, the use of modern technologies and more differentiated dialog between all parties involved were therefore called for.