Title: Explain the importance of collaboration in forest management.
Course: Forestry Management (18502-I) > Section: Introducing Forestry

Explanation should include the importance of collaboration among

- landowners
- loggers
- forestry professionals
  - foresters
  - consultants
- forestry organizations
  - Virginia Forestry Association (VFA)
  - Virginia Loggers Association
  - Virginia Forest Products Association (VFPA))
- government agencies
  - state
  - federal
- nonprofit organizations
- forest industries (e.g., paper companies, sawmills).

Process/Skill Questions:

- How can input from multiple sources create a sustainable management plan?
- What conflicts may arise from consulting multiple sources?
- What resources are available for developing a sustainable management plan?