Become a Vermont Tree Farmer

Vermont Tree Farm: Leaving a Legacy of Good Stewardship

Enroll in the Vermont Tree Farm Program!

The Vermont Tree Farm Program is a third-party certification program that recognizes landowners committed to sustainable forest management. Enrolling connects you to a community of woodland stewards, provides expert guidance and credibility for your management practices, and showcases your dedication to caring for Vermont’s forests.

To qualify for the Vermont Tree Farm Program, you must:

Own at least 10 acres of forestland (excluding your homestead).
Adopt sustainable management practices and maintain a written forest management plan that meets the 8 Tree Farm standards for certification.
Develop a Tree Farm management plan addressing four key resources:

Wood
Water
Wildlife
Recreation

Enroll in VT Tree Farm Today

How Can the Vermont Tree Farm Program Help?

The Vermont Tree Farm Program provides resources, tools, and educational opportunities to help you learn from fellow landowners and connect with professionals to achieve your goals.

Do you want to grow timber or firewood?
Are you concerned about protecting water quality?
Do you want to improve forest health but aren’t sure where to start?
Are you interested in creating recreational opportunities for your family?
Do you love watching wildlife and want to enhance their habitat?
Are you concerned about climate resiliency in your forest?

The Vermont Tree Farm Program will help you:

Connect with natural resource professionals to develop and implement your management plan.
Meet like-minded landowners and access practical resources.
Join a community of landowners dedicated to leaving their land better for the next generation.

Explore more at the American Tree Farm System (ATFS) website to learn more about the National Tree Farm Program.

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