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June 21, 2012

Forestry service conducting inventory

A Forest Inventory and Analysis crew from Oklahoma Forestry Services begins collecting data on plots across the following counties this month: Craig, Delaware, Mayes, Nowata, Ottawa and Rogers. Foresters began this important data collection in 2009. Each subsequent year, foresters continue gathering information about the amount of land under forest cover, the type of forests and tree species that are present, tree size, invasive species and forest health issues.

“Healthy forests and woodlands provide Oklahoma with many valuable goods and services,” said State Forester George Geissler. “We are collecting information about our forests in all 77 counties which will improve our planning and management strategies and ensure our citizens receive the greatest benefit possible.”

The analysis is conducted on randomly located plots across private, industrial, and public lands and includes both forested and non-forested areas. Private landowners are contacted directly if a plot falls on their land. The information gathered from this analysis will be used to determine status and trends of forests in Oklahoma, and contributes data for similar nationwide efforts of the USDA Forest Service.

“The information we collect is added to the national database to give policy-makers the data they need to make informed decisions for the future of our forest resources,” said FIA Coordinator Carri Abner.

Crews will be traveling in marked Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry vehicles and will be carrying proper identification with them. Landowners and lessees can assist in this endeavor by granting crews access to property if an FIA plot falls on their land, as well as telling others about the program. They are also welcome to be present when the crew is conducting the measurements on their property.

For more information, contact call (918) 290-9208.

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