The department shall procure, produce and distribute tree seeds and seedling trees for the purpose of:

a. Establishing forests, windbreaks, shelterbelts, woodlots, and other plantings;

b. Developing genetically improved tree seeds;

c. Planting tree seeds and trees for the reforestation or forestation of lands suitable for the production of timber and other benefits associated with the growing of trees.

L.1983, c. 324, s. 14, eff. Sept. 1, 1983.