Forest Health Research and Monitoring

California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE)

What does it fund?

Research on priority topics in support of California Forest Carbon Plan implementation, as well as Prescribed Fire Monitoring.

Who is eligible for funds?

Research grants: local, state, and federal agencies, universities and academic institutions, Tribal Governments, private forest landowners, and nonprofits including fire safe councils and land trusts.

Prescribed fire monitoring: CAL FIRE and contracted organizations to further monitoring efforts.

How does this program provide benefits to priority populations?

The Research Program provides indirect benefits to priority populations by producing information to better our understanding of current and future management techniques and implementation.

How do I access funds?

Apply for research grants through a statewide competitive process.

Funding timeline

Check the program websites for updated timeline information: Research Grants and Treatment Monitoring.

Project Profiles

Read stories of projects funded by this program.