The United States Forest Service (USFS) is an agency of the United States Department of Agriculture that is responsible for managing the country’s national forests and grasslands. The USFS was established in 1905, and its mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of the nation’s forests and grasslands to meet the needs of present and future generations. The agency manages and protects over 193 million acres of public land, and provides a range of services and products, including timber, forage, recreation, and water. The USFS also conducts research and development to improve the management and conservation of natural resources, and works with partners to promote the sustainable use of these resources.
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