Current Status of Wood Cultivation in Iran

Iran's need for forested land, estimated at about 4 billion hectares globally, covers one-third of the Earth's dry land. Iran's forests, totaling 12.4 million hectares, have faced indiscriminate exploitation in recent decades due to population growth and increased wood demand.

Sustainable development policies, wood farming plans, and protection measures are critical. The rise in wood product consumption in Iran underscores the importance of wood cultivation for self-sufficiency and sustainable development.