Minnesota Statutes Forestry (Ch. 88-91) § 89.35. Tree planting

Subdivision 1. Definitions. The definitions in this subdivision apply to sections 89.35 to 89.39.

Subd. 2. Purpose of planting. The purposes for which trees may be produced, procured, distributed, and planted under sections 89.35 to 89.39 shall include auxiliary forests, woodlots, windbreaks, shelterbelts, erosion control, soil conservation, water conservation, provision of permanent food and cover for wild life, environmental education, and afforestation and reforestation on public or private lands of any kind, but shall not include the raising of fruit for human consumption or planting for purely ornamental purposes. It is hereby declared that all such authorized purposes are in furtherance of the public health, safety, and welfare.