20 • 07 • 2017

It is the Time to Ring the Young Eagles

All those who have watched the lesser spotted eagle couple in the cameras set up by the experts of the JSC "Latvia's State Forests" (LVM) have already noticed that the little bird has not only...

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14 • 07 • 2017

The Third Jaunaudze Award has been Presented for the Best Debut in Children's Literature

As 24 July, the 73rd birthday of poet Jānis Baltvilks, is approaching, the winners of Jānis Baltvilks Prize in Children's Literature and Book Art have been announced. The prize named after the...

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10 • 07 • 2017

Experts of State Forests Find a Golden Eagle Nest

In July, before the osprey (Pandion haliaetus) babies have accumulated enough strength to go on their first flight, Aigars Kalvāns, JSC “Latvia's State Forests” (LVM) Environmental Expert,...

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10 • 07 • 2017

Active forest management is needed to prevent devastating forest fires

The recent catastrophic forest fires in Portugal and Spain show the importance of forest fire management in Europe. Forest owners and managers across the continent need to be supported in their...

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04 • 07 • 2017

The Rare Freshwater Pearl Mussel has been Found in the Rivers of Latvia's State Forests

Upon surveying a river in Vidzeme, Mārtiņš Kalniņš, JSC "Latvia's State Forests" (LVM) Environmental Expert, found six living freshwater pearl mussels, as well as several empty shells....

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03 • 07 • 2017

It's Time to Yield to Nature

When Mother Nature is teasing us with heavy storms and unusual coolness for a summer, it is time for the new release of the Mother Nature magazine "Yield to Nature" (Ļaujies dabai). This time,...

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29 • 06 • 2017

Spruce Gall Aphis - the Masters of Masking in Forests

When spending time in nature, often a few things are left unnoticed by the human eye. This is especially true with regard to our smallest neighbours - insects. The most attentive forest visitors...

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27 • 06 • 2017

Peonies are Still in Marvellous Blooms

Peonies are among the summer's most beloved flowers, showing their magnificence in June and July. These beautiful treasures are popular not only among gardeners; motifs of this flower are also to be...

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27 • 06 • 2017

LVM Experts: Lady's-slipper Orchids are Blooming in State Forests

During the magical summer solstice time, when the sun is at its highest point, a very special bustle can also be felt in nature. This year, we can enjoy blooming of the lady's-slipper orchid...

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16 • 06 • 2017

The Embassy of Latvia's State Forests has been Opened in Riga

Today, in a festive ceremony the Embassy of Latvia's State Forests was opened at 1 Vaiņodes Street, Riga. This will be a place not only for forestry enthusiasts, but also for those who enjoy...

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15 • 06 • 2017

Holiday Guide: Looking Forward to Summer Solstice

The feeling of midsummer solstice is in the air. Waiting for the magical and mysterious shortest night of the year, JSC "Latvia's State Forests" (LVM) encourages everyone to head for an...

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