The aim of the proposed project is research on the integration and coordination of policies relevant for forestry with emphasis on sustainable rural development. Theoretical base of the project is governance theory. Analytical frame is based on using of following theories: policy analysis, network analysis, advocacy coalitions approach, actor centered institutionalism. For analysis will be used „Bottom up“ approach in research on cooperation among relevant branch holdings; „top down“ approach in research on relevant strategies, programmes, and actors’ behaviour; as well as their synthesis. Methodical frame is based on the appropriate combination of qualitative and quantitative methods of sociology research. The project outputs will be concepts and recommendations for successful integration and coordination of relevant policies in forestry.