With the development of computer and communication technology

Internet of things（IoT） technology emerges as the times require

and becomes another revolution of information industry after computer and Internet.For forestry

the application of key technology of IoT is to integrate information technology and communication technology high efficiently

collect and process forestry information

so as to promote the further development of forestry informatization. Through the analysis on the application of IoT technology in forestry and related industries at home and abroad

the development direction and trend of IoT technology in forestry are explored.