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APPALACHIA'S RICH HERITAGE RELIES
ON NATURAL STEWARDS LIKE YOU!

Every landowner can play a role in building healthier & more resilient forests.

All it takes are some simple stewardship practices which can help improve forest health, enhance water quality, and support biodiversity. Explore some best practices below to learn how you can help sustain the long-term health and productivity of our region’s forests.

plant native
trees & shrubs

remove
invasive species

create
wildlife habitats

protect streambanks and riparian zones

livestock exclusion from waterways

plant to support water quality

thin overcrowded stands to improve forest health

Explore the benefits of Agroforestry.

Agroforestry principles create sustainable and productive forested land use systems. ASD’s Agroforestry program stands on the forefront of increasing agroforestry practices and supporting non-timber forest products in Central Appalachia.

If you’re considering integrating agroforestry principles into your land use management plan check out our resource page.

HAVE QUESTIONS?

Katie Commender

Director of Agroforestry

Randi Gabbert

Community Development Specialist

Tabitha Bugg

Agroforestry Training Specialist

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