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Ridgeland Tree City USA Recognition
The Mississippi Forestry Commission recently recognized the city of Ridgeland for maintaining its Tree City USA® status for 11 years.
Read MoreInvasive Weed Infests South Mississippi
South Mississippi is under attack from one of the top 10 most invasive weeds in the world, which chokes out native species for control of soil nutrients, and whose roots excrete chemicals that deter growth of competing vegetation.
Read MorePopcorn Tree Control Program
Popcorn trees are non-native invasive species that spread like wildfire, overtaking native vegetation, damaging wildlife habitats, and destroying nature’s balance.
Read MoreSpreading Like Wildfire – Invasive Weed Taking Root in Mississippi
Mississippi is under attack from a seemingly unlikely invader, but this is no ordinary invader. It is designated as the seventh worst weed in the world.
Read MoreThomas Receives MFA Award of Excellence
Mississippi Forestry Commission employee Berry Thomas, of Shubuta, has received the Mississippi Forestry Association’s (MFA) inaugural Harold Anderson Award of Excellence.
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