Action Plan for goose management in Norway

In 1996, the Directorate for Nature Management published an action plan for goose management in Norway. The Action Plan covers all the seven Norwegian goose species, which differ significantly with respect to population status and conflict potential. The conflicts between geese and agriculture (farmers) are focused upon and the plan aims to create a common understanding of the need for reducing conflicts and to ensure viable geese populations. As most goose populations spend time in several European countries throughout the year, international collaboration is necessary to achieve the goals outlined in the plan. This paper focuses on the Svalbard goose populations and outlines the main objectives for management of these populations.