Forestry Department

30/10/2026

It's our last Pink Friday, but our commitment to raising awareness about breast cancer doesn't end here!🌷

The Forestry Department proudly wears pink in solidarity with breast cancer survivors, those currently fighting, their families, and everyone affected by the disease. 🎀

Let's keep the conversation going, spread awareness, and continue standing together.

28/10/2026

Do you enjoy working outdoors and want to play a part in restoring Jamaica’s forests? Here’s your opportunity to get involved!

The Forestry Department is seeking temporary workers to support tree planting and maintenance activities at select forest estates in Portland.

Scope of work includes:
✅ Land preparation
✅ Digging holes
✅ Transporting seedlings
✅ Planting seedlings

📍 Locations: Bangor Ridge, Oatley, and Mount Horeb.

Be part of the team helping to grow a greener, healthier, and more sustainable Jamaica!

📞 Interested? Apply now!
Call: (876) 230-7638 or (876) 482-3762
📧 Email: [email protected]

Your hands can help grow Jamaica’s future, one tree at a time! 🌳

21/10/2026

We will be at the Health, Home and Garden Expo and we're bringing a little piece of nature with us!  🥳🥳

What to expect? 🤔

🪴 Home & Garden Finds – Discover beautiful plants to brighten your space.

🌼 Forest Recreation – Explore exciting hiking, camping and other outdoor experiences.

🖼 Forest Canvas Prints – Bring the beauty of Jamaica's forests into your home.

🗓 October 24 & 25, 2026
🕑 10:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. daily
📍 National Arena, Kingston

Whether you're a plant lover, nature enthusiast, adventure seeker or simply looking for something unique, there's something for you at our booth! 😉

Come explore, connect and interact with us!

See you at the Expo!

21/10/2026

Calling All Vendors! 🎊🎊

READY TO SLEIGH THE CHRISTMAS SALES SEASON?

Your brand deserves a spot on someone's Christmas shopping list!

The Forestry Department is rolling out the festive cheer, and we're looking for creative entrepreneurs, exciting brands and unique businesses to join our Exotic Christmas Plant & Lifestyle Fair!

Categories for participation:

✔️ Christmas Décor & Festive Gifts

✔️ Gardening Essentials & Accessories

✔️ Home Décor & Lifestyle Products

✔️ Handmade Gifts & Crafts

✔️ Fashion, Jewellery & Accessories

✔️ Beauty & Wellness

✔️ Festive Treats & MORE!

HERE'S WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN THE FUN!

• FREE exhibitor space!

• Turn festive shoppers into customers!

• Put your brand in the Christmas spotlight!

• Make connections that last beyond the holidays!

🗓 Saturday, December 5, 2026

🕑 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

📍Forestry Department Head Office Nursery, 173 Constant Spring Road, Kingston 8

⚠️ SPACES ARE LIMITED! Don't miss your chance to be part of this festive shopping experience.

Interested in becoming a vendor? Express your interest by November 4, 2026! 

Submit to us the name of your business, contact information and the type of products to be exhibited.

📞 (876) 618-3205 or (876) 676-5932
📧 [email protected]

Please note: Exhibitor space is complimentary. Vendors are responsible for their own booth setup. Participation is subject to selection to ensure a diverse mix of products and services.

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The Forestry Department is the lead Agency responsible for the island's forest resources. We manage approximately 110,000 hectares of forests in JAM.

17/10/2026

The Forestry Department invites qualified and experienced professionals to apply for the following positions:

Principal Director, Forest Science & Technology Services
Director, Business Systems & Applications
Security Officer/ Watchman (Moneague, St Ann)

Pay scales have been added to the updated advertisement for your reference.. The application deadline is October 23, 2026.

If you have the expertise, leadership skills, and passion to contribute to Jamaica's forest management and conservation efforts, we encourage you to apply.

💻 Apply Online: www.forestry.gov.jm/careers.index

14/10/2026

Partnerships plant the seeds for lasting change!

We thank the Ministry of Agriculture’s National Fruit Tree Project for supporting National Tree Planting Day 2026 with fruit trees for distribution and planting.

This is just the beginning! Together, we look forward to expanding our impact through RE-LEAF Jamaica and National Tree Planting Initiative II (NTPI 2), growing greener landscapes, and strengthening food security.

07/10/2026

WHY CUT IT DOWN WHEN YOU CAN MOVE IT?

Need to clear space for construction, development or landscaping? Don’t automatically cut down a valuable tree, consider relocating it!

The Forestry Department’s Tree Relocator is designed to facilitate the careful removal and relocation of suitable trees, helping you make room for your project while giving trees an opportunity to thrive in a new location.

Whether you’re a developer, contractor, property owner or landscaper, tree relocation can provide a practical alternative to cutting down suitable trees.

🌱 MOVE IT. REPLANT IT. PRESERVE IT.

Contact the Forestry Department today to learn more about the Tree Relocator for your next project.
📞 (876) 618-3205
📧 [email protected]

07/10/2026

Are you a landowner planning to farm, develop, invest in or sell your property?

Don’t make important decisions based on guesswork.

The Forestry Department has Jamaica’s most current and comprehensive Land Use/Land Cover Change Assessment (LULCA) data, giving you access to valuable information to help you better understand your land.

Our LULCA data can help you identify opportunities, assess environmental risks and make smarter, more informed decisions about your property.

📍 Your land is an investment. Know what you’re working with.

Contact the Forestry Department today to get your Land Use/Land Cover data and make your next move with greater confidence.

📞 (876) 618-3205
📧 [email protected]






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05/10/2026

It’s Customer Service Week!
Theme: Going the Extra Mile

This week, we celebrate our customers and the dedicated team members who go the extra mile to provide helpful, professional and great service.

As part of the celebration, Customer Appreciation Day is this Friday, October 9! Come out and let us show our appreciation for your continued support at our Head Office.

And there’s more! Our Buy Two, Get One Fruit Tree Free Promotion continues throughout this week. Get more value while adding fruit trees to your home, farm or community.

Thank you for choosing the Forestry Department. We appreciate you!

Going the Extra Mile — because you deserve exceptional service.