Project Grant 23DG11062765162

The Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) was awarded a $160,000 Project Grant from the U.S. Forest Service under the Cooperative Forestry Assistance program (CFDA 10.664) to support the ORCHARD AND REVEGETATION PROGRAM. The project, which has an ultimate completion date of September 30, 2027, will focus on various forestry-related activities, including developing genetically improved tree seeds and seedlings, producing and distributing tree seeds and seedlings, and promoting sustainable forestry practices. This grant award will contribute to the department's ongoing efforts to manage and protect Oregon's 16 million acres of public and private forestlands, supporting the state's forest resources and overall ecosystem health. The Cooperative Forestry Assistance program is a significant source of federal funding for state forestry agencies, universities, and conservation organizations to address a range of forest management and conservation priorities across the United States.