### Question
How is the term nonindustrial private forest lands defined?


### Answer
The term **nonindustrial private forest lands** is defined in *16 U.S.C. § 2103a* as the following:

> rural, as determined by the Secretary, lands with existing tree cover, or suitable for growing trees, and owned by any private individual, group, association, corporation, Indian tribe, or other private legal entity

#### Citation:
  - *16 U.S.C. § 2103a*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 41-COOPERATIVE FORESTRY ASSISTANCE**

