Parent Organization: Commonwealth of Virginia

The Virginia Department of Forestry: protects 15.8 million acres of forest land from fire, insects and disease; manages 22 State Forest lands totaling 67,920 acres for timber, recreation, water, research, wildlife and biodiversity. More than 300,000 forest landowners in Virginia control 77% of forest land, which: Enhances the quality of life in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Supports the forest industry, a significant contributor to the state's economy.