Departments > Environment, Forests, Science and Technology > A P Forest Department > Introduction The primary function of the A P Forest department is protection, conservation and management of forests. The main functions of the Department are: Implement Joint Forest Management, which involves the local villagers in managing and protecting forests Execute the Beedi-leaf scheme as a major social welfare scheme for villagers living in and around forest areas Undertake forestry research, thus improving quality of seedlings produced Conserve wildlife in the state Website: www.forest.ap.nic.in You are Visitor No.:59230 Know more about... A P Forest Department Introduction About Faqs Forms Key Contacts Performance News and Events Tenders Related Links RTI Act Feedback