Wielofunkcyjność gospodarki leśnej - dylematy ekonomiczne

The first part of the article deals with the discrepancy between the principles of functioning of free−market economy and realization of the intangible goods (services) of forest management. In the second part, the degree of state interference with forest management is presented on the example of a number of countries, while the third part depicts the economic consequences of that interference. The fourth part presents a draft proposal of upgrading forestry's status in national accounts.