Maintaining Virginia’s Forest Legacy—Today and for Future Generations
Virginia’s forests are a vital asset to the Commonwealth, providing key environmental and economic benefits. Forests span nearly 27.3 million acres, with most of it owned by over 373,600 private landowners. These resources face growing threats from development, wildfires, and shrinking tract sizes. Active management and reforestation are essential. ArborGen supports landowners with advanced genetic seedlings and expert guidance to grow healthy, productive forests.
Smarter Seedlings for Virginia’s Soils and Climate
We proudly support landowners throughout Virginia with advanced genetic seedlings and expert guidance to grow stronger, more resilient forests. From the Blue Ridge Mountains to the Chesapeake Bay, our regionally grown bare root pine tree seedlings are selected for their adaptability, drought tolerance, and fast growth, helping you achieve your goals in timber production, carbon credits, and wildlife habitat improvement.
Manager Special Projects & Sustainability, Reforestation Advisor
Alabama & Mississippi
205-712-9582
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Reforestation Advisor
North Carolina & Virginia
910-660-3209
About Austin
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Reforestation Advisor
Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas
936-212-1029
About Jeff
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Reforestation Advisor,
South Carolina
843-520-6865
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Mike Arnette, Nursery Manager
800-222-1290 x22
Nursery Page
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Kim Mushrush, Nursery Manager
912-739-4721
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Robert Nimmo, Nursery Manager
800-222-1270
Nursery Page
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Gene Bickerstaff, Nursery Manager
800-642-2264 x24
Nursery Page
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Gene Bickerstaff, Nursery Manager
903-539-5981
Nursery Page
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Gene Bickerstaff, Nursery Manager
903-539-5981
Distribution Point Page
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Joe Watters, Nursery Manager
334-292-0994
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Jim Crittenden, Nursery Manager
800-554-6550 x 23
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Reforestation Advisor,
Georgia and Florida
912-433-5407
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Partnering with ArborGen for Your Reforestation Project
Whether you’re focused on timber production, wildlife habitat, or long-term land value, we’re here to support your success from the ground up.
- Consultation and Planning: Get personalized advice on species selection, site evaluation, and long-term forestry goals tailored to Virginia’s diverse terrain and climate.
- Seedling Delivery: Receive fresh, bare root pine tree seedlings from our regional nurseries near you, timed for optimal planting success.
- Forestry Expertise: Access ongoing support from experienced forestry professionals who understand the needs of Virginia landowners—from reforestation best practices to long-term timber management.
Meet Austin Heine – Your Virginia Reforestation Advisor:
With a background in forestry genetics and nearly a decade of experience in tree improvement research, Austin Heine brings both scientific insight and field knowledge to landowners across Virginia and North Carolina. His hands-on approach, honed through years with the NC State Tree Improvement Cooperative, helps landowners choose the right species and genetics for their land. From site prep to seedling selection, Austin works closely with clients to solve problems, support long-term goals, and ensure successful reforestation from the ground up.
Success Stories from ArborGen Customers
See how ArborGen has helped landowners across the Southeast achieve profitable, thriving forests.
Funding, Carbon Markets, and the Future of Virginia Forests
Reforestation in Virginia offers significant potential to improve land productivity, enhance wildlife habitat, and capture long-term value through carbon credits and conservation incentives. Cutover timberlands, pastures, and marginal agricultural lands across the Commonwealth provide prime opportunities for forest establishment and restoration.
At the same time, Virginia landowners face real challenges, including deer browse, invasive species, and variable soil conditions. That’s why choosing the right seedlings and getting expert guidance is critical to long-term success.
ArborGen helps you navigate both the opportunities and challenges with proven reforestation strategies and access to potential funding sources, such as:
- Virginia Agricultural BMP Cost-Share (VACS): Support for riparian buffers, forested streambanks, and other conservation practices.
- Family Forest Carbon Program: A pathway for eligible landowners to earn income through carbon sequestration.
- Federal and NGO Incentives: Opportunities through USDA and nonprofit partners to support reforestation and climate resilience on private lands.
With the right plan, the right seedlings, and the right support, your land can be part of Virginia’s forest future.
Expert Guidance Every Step of the Way
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Set your goals and create a customized seedling plan utilizing your RA’s extensive forestry experience.
Prepare Your Land & Plant Your Seedlings
Feel secure knowing your reforestation partner is here whenever you need us.
SMART-LOADED™: What Makes ArborGen Seedlings So Different?
We believe it should be easy for you to grow a healthy, profitable forest for your family. You shouldn’t have to worry about making a bad seedling investment and ending up with a 2nd rate forest with low returns. We’ve proven that planting the very best seedlings available gives you maximum growth, better tree quality, and higher returns. We are here to help you choose the appropriate seedlings to match your land and meet your goals. We’ll make sure each and every load of seedlings is SMART-LOADED™ to ensure optimal freshness of your order.
Our “Beside You Every Step of the Way” Promise
We Will:
Advise you about your land as if it were our own.
Always communicate with you in a clear, transparent way with integrity.
Always be dedicated to providing the best performing seedlings available anywhere.
Be here for you whenever you need us.
Be there when you harvest in 25 years! We're both in this for the long haul.
Find Out the Top 8 Questions You Need to Ask BEFORE Buying Seedlings (from anyone)
We want you to feel confident you know how to make the best choice for your unique land and goals. We value your information and only want to provide you with actionable, valuable information we think you will find helpful and nothing ‘salesly’. Download our free PDF today!