The results of the operation “El” (“Fir tree”) were summarized

The operation was held last December 10 – 31st to ensure safety of coniferous young stock and enhance its protection from illegal cutting. Following the results of auctions for the sale of the right to enter into agreements on sale/purchase of New Year fir trees and pines, 20.8 thousand planted vegetation and 58 tons of coniferous twigs were put up for sale. Mobile groups consisting of forestry experts conducted control along approved routes along with fellow workers of local authorities under the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Russian Federation for the Republic of Tatarstan and ensured safety of coniferous young stock. Following the results of the operation, 32 violations were revealed, whereby the damage inflicted on forest entities amounted to 55 thousand rubles. By now, 34 thousand rubles have been voluntarily paid down.