Technologies and methods of restoration of disturbed lands of the Far North

The article is devoted to the urgent problem of restoration of disturbed lands in the Arctic zone of Russia, where the area of degraded territories exceeds 86 thousand hectares. The purpose of the study is to develop scientifically based approaches to reclamation for key regions: Murmansk, Arkhangelsk regions and the Republic of Karelia. Based on the analysis of reforestation data (2007-2024) and generalization of domestic experience, it is proved that the success of reclamation depends on taking into account regional specifics. Priority areas of work have been identified for each region, from sanitary and hygienic to forestry. The most effective technologies are the planting of standard planting material (pine, spruce, birch, resistant in-troduced plants) and aerial sowing in hard–to-reach areas with seeding rates of 1.0-1.8 kg/ha. The methods of soil preparation, the composition of grass mixtures and the need for subsequent care are described in detail. The results of the work are of practical value for forestry authorities and enterprises operating in the Arctic. The integrated application of the proposed measures will improve the efficiency of ecosystem restoration and ensure the sustainable development of the region.