Category Archives: Press Releases
MFC joins others in Wildland Firefighter Week of Remembrance
The Mississippi Forestry Commission is joining the U.S. Forest Service and other agencies and organizations across the country in recognizing June 30 – July 6 as “Wildland Firefighters Week of Remembrance.”
Read MoreMississippi experiences decline in southern pine beetle numbers
According to a recent study, Mississippi’s southern pine beetle (SPB) population appears to be declining.
Read MoreOnly YOU… can help stop invasive species
Humans play a vital role in stopping the spread of invasive plant and animal species.
Read MoreExtreme caution urged when burning storm debris
April 2020 was an extremely active month for tornadoes in Mississippi. Storms on two consecutive weekends brought damage and destruction to the south-central portion of the state.
Read MoreCogongrass taking root in North Mississippi
One of the most invasive weeds in the world is beginning to make its way into north Mississippi, announced the Mississippi Forestry Commission (MFC).
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