The activities conducted in this grant include invasive species management and eradication, timber stand improvement, and public outreach and education program efforts

The Department of Agriculture Forest Service R5-Pacific Southwest Region awarded the Government of Guam, Department of Administration, Bureau of Statistics and Plans, $183,665 on July 30, 2026, under the Cooperative Forestry Assistance program (CFDA 10.664) for invasive species management, timber stand improvement, and public education on Guam.

The award funds survey, treatment, and eradication of little fire ant (Wasmannia auropunctata) across nonfederal forest and rural lands. Timber stand management activities include removing typhoon-damaged trees and limbs to diversify species composition, structure, and health. The recipient will distribute educational infographics, public service announcements, and printed materials to inform the public about invasive species.

Performance occurs on Guam through June 30, 2027. The Cooperative Forestry Assistance program supports forest resource management and conservation on nonfederal lands through partnerships with States, Tribes, non-profits, and municipalities.

Timber stand management activities include removing typhoon damaged trees and limbs from stands to provide space to diversify species composition, structure, and health. Survey, treatment, and eradication efforts will be conducted for little fire ANT (wasmannia auropunctata). Educational infographics, public service announcements, and printed service materials will be distributed to inform the public about invasive species on guam.