March 2023 Tornado Forest Damage Assessment
In response to the tornadoes in Mississippi on March 24, 2023, the Mississippi Forestry Commission (MFC) conducted flight surveys on […]
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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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Gov. Reeves proclaims March as Wildfire Prevention Month in Mississippi
JACKSON, Miss. – Gov. Tate Reeves has proclaimed March as “Wildfire Prevention Month” in Mississippi, announced the Mississippi Forestry Commission […]
Read MoreGov. Reeves proclaims February 10 as Mississippi Arbor Day
By a proclamation from Gov. Tate Reeves, Mississippi will recognize Arbor Day on Friday, February 10. “Nationally, Arbor Day is […]
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MFC issues burn 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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Cogongrass Control Program
Landowners with cogongrass infestations may apply for free herbicide treatments through the Mississippi Forestry Commission.
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