The evolution of the forest is closely linked to the history of man, to his economic development, to his political and societal changes.
The French forest of this beginning of the century has nothing to do with that of the 20th century, even less with that of two hundred years ago.
Geographically, its area has more than doubled in two centuries and it continues to grow.
It now represents 31% of the national territory.
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Its perception among the general public has also evolved.
Its economic role has moved into the background in favor of other functions, such as leisure or the fight against global warming.
“Forest users are increasingly urban, reflecting a society where 80% of the population lives in cities.
These people are cut off from the reality represented by the life of a forest and its management
, notes Michel Béal, director of the National Forestry Office (ONF), in Île-de-France.
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