World Forestry Day

Forest sustainable management and their use of resources are key to combating climate change, and to contributing to the prosperity and well-being of current and future generations. Forests also play a crucial role in poverty alleviation and in the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Yet despite all these priceless ecological, economic, social and health benefits, forests are endangered by fires, pests, droughts, and unprecedented deforestation.

Find out more about healthy forests which in turn provides positively for human health and well-being, International Day of Forests.

Check out our Purdue Extension - Forestry and Natural Resources publications, videos and much more:
Ask The Expert: Planning and Resources for Conservation Tree Planting, Purdue Extension – FNR Video
ID That Tree, YouTube Playlist
Woodland Stewardship for Landowners, YouTube Playlist
Cost Assistance for Landowners Planning Conservation Practices, Purdue Extension-FNR Got Nature? Blog
Woodland Management Moment YouTube Playlist, Purdue Extension – FNR
Invasive Species YouTube Playlist, Purdue Extension – FNR
Hardwood Ecosystem Experiment: Uneven-aged Management, Purdue Extension – FNR Video
Finding help from a professional forester, Indiana Forestry & Woodland Owners Association
Forest Improvement Handbook, The Education Store, Purdue Extension resource center

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