The Tennessee Division of Forestry is here to help you conserve, steward, and manage your forested land to achieve your goals. Our goal is to encourage and assist landowners to implement forest management practices that yield healthy, sustainable forests.

Our landowner assistance program provides technical assistance, forest planning assistance, financial assistance, forest health assessments, and forestry information to private forest landowners.

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Conserve, Plan, and Protect

We're here to help you achieve your forest management goals. With our expert advice and clear guidance, you can make informed decisions to create a healthier, more sustainable landscape.

Give Your Land the Care it Deserves

You can ensure the future of your forest while enjoying its full potential today. Our comprehensive forestry services are designed to help landowners care for their land sustainably and responsibly. From connecting you with the right tools and resources to providing access to experienced forestry experts, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.

  • Mushroom Inoculation Workshop

    April 30, 2025
    9:00 am EDT

    Love mushrooms? Learn how to grow your own edible mushrooms at Chuck Swan State Forest on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, from 9 AM - 12 PM!

    Join experts from Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, the Tennessee Division of Forestry, and UT Extension Union County for a hands-on experience using mushroom spawn to inoculate logs and transform your forest into a delicious food source.

     Cost: FREE

     Location: Chuck Swan State Forest Work Center, 3500 Sharps Chapel Rd, Sharps Chapel, TN 37866

     Register now: tiny.utk.edu/UnionMushroom

    Spaces are limited, so don’t wait!