Conserving Forest Land and Forest Resources
Virginia's forests contribute $30.5 billion annually to the commonwealth's economy while enhancing the health and well being of its citizens. The forest resource supports one of the largest industries in the State by providing raw materials for numerous forest products. The Virginia Department of Forestry (VDOF) is required to manage forested state lands to conserve and improve the resource and produce income for the commonwealth. Learn more about the State Lands Program.
- Conservation Incentive Programs Summary - These "Cost-share" programs allow landowners and citizens to share the cost of conservation projects.
- Conservation Easements - A conservation easement excludes certain activities on private land, such as commercial development or residential subdivisions. Its main goal is to conserve natural or man-made resources on the land. The easement is usually described in terms of the resource it is designed to protect, such as agricultural, forest, historic, or open space easements.
- Visit the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) for additional information.
- Conserve Rural Land
Cooperative Forestry
Private landowners and rural communities use these programs and partnerships to help care for their forests, strengthen local economies, and maintain a high quality of life.
Forest Legacy Program
Introduction l Grant Application l Frequently Asked Questions l Assessment of Need (English; PDF format; 1.2MB)
Reforestation of Timberlands
This membership board oversees financial incentives to plant pine trees.
Agricultural and Forestal Districts
Agricultural and Forestal Districts
15.2
- 4300 to 4314; 15.2
- 4400 - 4407
Land Use Tax
Presentations
- Cost-Share Programs (English; PowerPoint format)
- Forest Stewardship Plans (English; PowerPoint format; 8.7MB)
- Invasive Species (English; PowerPoint format, 1.95MB)
- Landowner Survey (English; PowerPoint format)
Last modified 2007-07-12