Forestry in transition: Imperial legacy and negotiated expertise in Romania and Poland (original) (raw)

This paper explores the evolution of forestry science and expertise in Romania and Poland, emphasizing the impact of historical context and personal negotiation on professional knowledge. It highlights the divergence of expertise due to external challenges and internal conflicts within the forestry profession, particularly in the post-socialist landscape. The analysis suggests that while traditional notions of expertise remain, they are increasingly shaped by individual experiences and relationships with the forest, calling for a reassessment of forest governance amid political and economic uncertainties.