Governor Tate Reeves Proclaims February 14 as Mississippi Arbor Day
By a proclamation from Governor Tate Reeves, Mississippi will recognize Arbor Day on Friday, February 14th. “National Arbor Day” is […]
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Gov. Reeves Proclaims February 14 as Mississippi Arbor Day
Nationally, Arbor Day is recognized in April. However, we celebrate Arbor Day in Mississippi on the second Friday in February each year, because late winter is the best time to plant new trees.
Read MoreForest Resource Development Program
One of the most beneficial programs to landowners is Mississippi’s Forest Resource Development Program, was established in 1974 to aid in the development of Mississippi’s forest-based economy.
Read MoreMFC Announces 2020 Dates for Prescribed Burning Short Course
The Prescribed Burning Short Course is open to the public and designed for anyone wishing to become a Certified Burn Manager in Mississippi.
Read MorePascagoula River Conservation Lands Project
The Mississippi Forestry Commission recently received an award from the U.S. Forest Service for its Pascagoula River Conservation Lands Project.
Read MoreWildfire Prep Day 2020
Wildfire Community Preparedness Day gives people of all ages a chance to plan and participate in a risk reduction or wildfire preparedness activity that makes their community a safer place to live.
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