Category Archives: Press Releases
MFC recognizes National Invasive Species Awareness Week
The Mississippi Forestry Commission (MFC) joins the North American Invasive Species Management Association (NAISMA) and other agencies and organizations in recognizing the week of February 22 as National Invasive Species Awareness Week.
Read MoreShow the world some love this Valentine’s Day weekend
Arbor Day in Mississippi is recognized annually on the second Friday in February.
Read MoreGov. Reeves proclaims February 12 as Mississippi Arbor Day
By a proclamation from Gov. Tate Reeves, Mississippi will recognize Arbor Day on Friday, February 12.
Read MoreUSDA, Mississippi sign historic agreement to improve forest conditions on public and private lands
A Shared Stewardship agreement between the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the U.S. Department of the Interior, and the State of Mississippi was signed yesterday during a virtual ceremony.
Read MoreMFC announces 2021 dates for Prescribed Burning Short Course
The Mississippi Forestry Commission (MFC) has announced dates for the 2021 Prescribed Burning Short Course. The Prescribed Burning Short Course is open to the public and designed for anyone wishing to become a Certified Burn Manager in Mississippi.
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