Mississippi’s Forest Landowners Essential to Nation’s Wood Supply, Rural Economies, and Environmental Health
The benefits of managed forests begin with the commitment, investment, and hard work of the landowner
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Our State. Our Home. Our Responsibility.
Our state’s Area Foresters are committed to serving Mississippi’s forest landowners and protecting lives, property, and forestland from wildfires.
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Mississippi Urban Forest Strike Team to assist with Hurricane Sally recovery in south Alabama
Members of the Mississippi Forestry Commission’s (MFC) Urban Forest Strike Team are being deployed to south Alabama to assist state and federal officials with Hurricane Sally damage assessments.
Read MoreMFC personnel and equipment respond to western wildfires
Over the last several months, the Mississippi Forestry Commission (MFC) has deployed a number of personnel and pieces of equipment to assist states experiencing catastrophic wildfires.
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Burn Permits
MFC issues burning permits based on the daily fire weather forecast. Permits are required for any fire set for a recognized agricultural and/or forestry purpose.
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Become a Prescribed Burn Manager
Three times a year, MFC offers the Prescribed Burning Short Course. This course is open to the public and designed for anyone wishing to become a Certified Prescribed Burn Manager in Mississippi.
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