EUFORGEN operates as a multilateral trust fund. Countries may formally become EUFORGEN member countries by signing a Letter of Agreement with the European Forest Institute (EFI), which specifies the rights and obligations in relation to the membership.
This agreement specifies the annual financial contribution to be made by the country.
The Programme is managed by a Secretariat and overseen by a Steering Committee of nationally appointed representatives.
The Secretariat is hosted by the European Forest Institute.
EUFORGEN Phase VII (2025-2029)
Building on three decades of Pan-European collaboration, EUFORGEN launches Phase VII (2025–2029) to address forest genetic resource conservation and sustainable use. With a focus on updated tools, improved strategies, and stakeholder engagement, this Phase aims to enhance forest resilience and sustainability. Learn more about the planned activities, objectives, and innovations shaping the future of European forests.
Strategic objectives and implementation plan
This paper, finalised by the EUFORGEN Steering Committee, presents the strategic objectives and the implementation plan for 2025-2029, setting out proposed activities, results and the budget. The paper also provides information on the added value of the programme and an implementation, monitoring and evaluation plan to measure the impact and success of EUFORGEN in this phase.
Steering committee and Advisory Committee
The EUFORGEN Programme is overseen by a Steering Committee of nationally appointed representatives.
Funding agencies
EUFORGEN receives annual contributions from agencies in the member countries.
Discussion Platforms and Working groups
Most of activities are carried out through working groups and workshops that bring together experts to exchange information, discuss needs and develop strategies and methods to improve management of forest genetic resources.
Secretariat
The EUFORGEN Secretariat manages the Programme and coordinates its activities. The Secretariat is hosted by the European Forest Institute at the Barcelona Office.
