Sep 18, 2017 | News, News/PR
For such a small bug, it’s creating huge problems. The Southern pine beetle is gnawing its way through woodlands in the state, killing trees and profits. Money really does grow on trees in Alabama. Agriculture is the No. 1 industry in the state, generating a yearly...
Sep 13, 2017 | News, News/PR
From: Southern Loggin’ Times Editors Georgia-Pacific reports that it plans to build a $100 million sawmill in Talladega, Ala. at the site of a plywood plant that GP closed in 2008. Construction of the 300,000 sq. ft. operation is scheduled to begin immediately...
Sep 11, 2017 | News, News/PR
Arkansas Forestry Commission wildland firefighters with the Razorback Crew were presented an appreciation plaque recently by TUSK IV, official mascot of the Arkansas Razorbacks, and the Keith Stokes family for their service on a 28-day assignment at the Lolo Peak...
Sep 8, 2017 | News, News/PR
Commissioner of Agriculture Adam H. Putnam announced that more than 100 Florida Forest Service personnel, as well as aircraft, off-road vehicles and mobile command posts, are preparing to respond to Hurricane Irma and assist in search and rescue missions, debris...
Sep 6, 2017 | News, News/PR
The invasive Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) has spread in Wisconsin – entering five new counties – and entered South Carolina, prompting officials to enact more serious quarantine protocols. Wisconsin state officials are confirming the presence of the EAB in five...
Aug 30, 2017 | News, News/PR
Beginning the week of August 28, The National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) will air the first episode of a two-part series, titled “Tennessee’s Private Forests,” on “Save the Habitat. Save the Hunt.” to demonstrate how natural resources professionals and local...
