About FAO Forestry, organization and structure

The FAO Forestry Department helps nations manage their forests in a sustainable way. The Organization's approach balances social, economic and environmental objectives so that present generations can reap the benefits of the earth's forest resources while preserving them to meet the needs of future generations.

FAO works in partnership with governments, international organizations and agencies, non-governmental groups, the private sector, communities and individuals. FAO works with its member countries through its headquarters in Rome; through a network of decentralized but closely coordinated offices at the country, sub-regional and regional levels; and through field projects.

The core of FAO’s work in forestry is the direct technical support offered to countries. FAO serves as a neutral forum, bringing countries together to discuss technical and policy issues related to forests. FAO provides information and advice on forestry, gathering, analysing and disseminating forest-related knowledge of all kinds.