International Institute of Tropical Forestry

IITF hosted Smokey Bear’s 80th birthday at the Susúa State Forest! Read about the celebration that brought the community together and learn about wildfire prevention:

Puerto Rico – Nestled in the warm, ecologically rich island of Puerto Rico, the International Institute of Tropical Forestry Library has been serving as a hub for tropical and neotropical ecosystem data for 85 years.

St. Croix - A celebration of the territory’s rich agricultural heritage comes alive yearly at the U.S. Virgin Islands Agriculture and Food Fest. This event highlights the successful participation of the USDA Forest Service, U.S. Virgin Islands Government, nonprofit organizations, and residents. The collaboration served as a platform to spotlight the program's achievements, understand the community's needs, and outreach through conservation education.