Jun 18, 2012 | News, News/PR
In a paper published recently in the journal Ecosystems, a team led by Auburn University School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences researchers found that the southeast region of the United States could be close to a turning point in terms of its carbon footprint....
Jun 13, 2012 | News, News/PR
The U.S. Forest Service said recently it is delaying a controversial auction of energy exploration leases in the Talladega National Forest after protests by environmental groups and local officials. Environmentalists worry that the proposed June 14 lease of 43,000...
Apr 23, 2012 | News, News/PR
Forestry machines come in all shapes and sizes. In many, the operator sits in a cab with windows that are usually made of polycarbonate, a heavy-duty plastic that provides protection from heat, air, dust, and noise. Though the rotating cutting devices such as chainsaw...
Apr 20, 2012 | News, News/PR
A new tool is available for free to anyone with a computer and Internet access who is interested in learning about the effects of changing land use on a particular tract of forest or farm land in Virginia. The free software program, called InFOREST, was developed by...
Apr 18, 2012 | News, News/PR
The U.S. Forest Service is investing $40.6 million to acquire 27 pieces of land in 15 states that the agency says will help safeguard clean water, provide recreational access, preserve wildlife habitat, enhance scenic vistas and protect historic and wilderness areas....
