If on hearing the word ‘Forestry’, you immediately thought, ‘Trees’ or ‘Greenery’, you would have correctly guessed the core function of Jamaica’s Forestry Department.
The Agency is the Government organization responsible for the management and conservation of the country’s forest resources.
The Forestry Department is the lead Agency responsible for the island's forest resources. We manage approximately 117,000 hectares of forests in Jamaica.
The Government's lead agency in the protection and conservation of the island's forest resources.
Our four nurseries across the island provide seedlings for the Agency's use, as well as for sale to the general public.
You asked and we listened, stop by one of our nurseries and purchase one of our potted plants today.
We rent palms for events including weddings and parties. We have a variety of palms at very competitive prices.
Natural and coloured Pine cones are available for sale during October-December yearly. They are ideal Christmas decorations for the home, offices and special events.
The Agency provides cut natural Christmas trees during the festive season for home and office décor at $800 per foot.
Dendrology is defined as the scientific study of trees, and our Manual of Dendrology is an essential tool for anyone interested in learning more about forest trees.