Preparation and implementation of policies and programmes in forestry sector. Implementation of Forestry Law and rules.

Protection, conservation and development of renewable natural resources, particularly forests and range lands in the province.

Demarcation and protection of Forest lands against encroachment.

Raising of nurseries and plantations.

Managing forests, wastelands and rangelands in the province.

Preparation of strategic, operational and local plans for effective management of forests.

Conducting applied research and promotion of non-timber forest products.

Organizing communities into self managing local organizations through VLUP & JFM approaches.

Human Resource Development.

Inter provincial coordination with Federal Government.