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Sustainable Forest Stewardship

The Alabama Landscape Management Plan (LMP) provides practical guidance for managing forests in ways that balance environmental stewardship with long-term productivity.

Whether you’re new to forest management or have cared for your land for generations, the Landscape Management Plan is a valuable resource for making informed stewardship decisions.

The plan includes information on:

  1. Forest Health

  2. Wildlife Habitat Management

  3. Water Quality Best Management Practices

  4. Threatened & Endangered Species

  5. Invasive Species Identification & Control

  6. Silvicultural Practices

  7. Forest Certification Standards

Mapping the Landscape

Spatial Data

Access the GIS-based catalog to explore publicly available spatial datasets that can support site assessment and forest management planning. The geodatabase brings together information on resources such as soils, wetlands, critical habitat, historical structures, roads, parcels, conservation lands, and other relevant features.

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Events

Stay connected to the people, ideas, and opportunities shaping Alabama Forestry’s future. Discover upcoming events and find opportunities to learn, connect, and grow with the Alabama Forestry Association.

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