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Oklahoma lawmakers oppose governor's plan to cut forestry service

SEEMED UNITED AGAINST THIS. YEAH, ABSOLUTELY. EVERY THURSDAY, DEMOCRAT AND REPUBLICAN LEADERS HERE AT THE CAPITOL HAVE PRESS AVAILABILITY. AND THE GOVERNOR’S TAKE ON CUTTING THE OKLAHOMA FORESTRY SERVICE WAS A BIG CONCERN, CONCERN FOR THEM IN THERE. NOW, …

Lawmakers balk at suggestion to eliminate Oklahoma Forestry Service after historic wildfires

OKLAHOMA CITY – Legislative leaders on Thursday panned Gov. Kevin Stitt’s proposal to eliminate the state Forestry Service after the Republican criticized its response to wildfires last month. The legislative remarks came a day after Stitt told reporters …

The holy grail of forestry is to harvest trees responsibly while sequestering more carbon — here's how the FSC is ...

Is there such a thing as "responsibly" cutting down trees for paper products like toilet paper? "Sustainable forestry" and "working forests" may sound like oxymorons — but the President of the Forest Stewardship Council U.S., …

B.C. Forests Minister announces new Forestry Support Bureau, promising action to protect jobs and strengthen the sector

Statement from Scott Lunny, United Steelworkers (USW) Western Canada Director, on new Forestry Support Bureau announced by B.C. Minister of Forests Ravi Parmar: VICTORIA, British Columbia, April 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- At the recent meeting of United …

Meta signs 10-year forestry-based carbon offtake deal

Dive Brief: Meta finalized a 10-year agreement with forest investment and management firm EFM on Monday that will give the social media and tech giant carbon credits as EFM transitions tens of thousands of acres of forests to climate-smart management …

B.C.’s Minister of Forests announces new Forestry Support Bureau

VICTORIA — At the recent meeting of United Steelworkers union (USW) Local 1-2017 in Prince George, B.C.’s Minister of Forests, Ravi Parmar, spoke about acting on a proposal that has been pushed for over two decades by the USW, the Wood Council and some …

Fargo Forestry Department contracts help for tree pruning ahead of deadline

FARGO — With too little time, too few employees and too many trees, the city of Fargo’s Forestry Department is turning to outside contractors to help with tree trimming. April 15 is the department’s unofficial cutoff for pruning tree branches. If pruning …

Agricultural, forestry and fishery exports target US$70 billion: Official

How forestry is supporting biodiversity in Northumberland County

Trudging through thigh-deep snow on a startlingly blue day in late February, the only sound is the wind in the white pines and the crunch of our boots breaking through the snow’s crisp surface, and it’s hard to imagine the head-high grasses, monarch …

Northern Forestry Conference set for Newcastle next month

The Northern Forestry Conference will be held at the Discovery Museum on Thursday, May 15. The event, organised by Northwoods, aims to explore the contribution forests and timber make to the north, and the opportunities that growing all parts of the sector …

Sudurpaschim audio leak reveals big corruption in forestry

Sudurpaschim province’s Minister for Industry, Tourism, Forest and Environment Laxman Kishore Chaudhary was forced to resign on Saturday after an audio recording surfaced, exposing his involvement in a scheme with timber smugglers to harvest sal (shorea …

Gov. Kevin Stitt looking to cut Oklahoma Forestry Services

LATEST NOW FROM THE GOVERNOR. YEAH, ABSOLUTELY. GOVERNOR KEVIN STITT BLAMED THE THE FIRES ON THE LACK OF PREPAREDNESS AND BUREAUCRACY, SAYING THAT, YOU KNOW, A LOT OF OKLAHOMANS, YOU KNOW, THEY LOST THEIR PROPERTIES IN THOSE FIRES JUST A FEW WEEKS AGO. HE …

No EU requirement for forestry replanting

There is no EU requirement for Ireland to continue with its forestry replanting obligation after the clear-fell of trees, and the policy should be abandoned, the Association of Irish Forestry Consultants (AIFC) has insisted. The association also warned …

Gov. Stitt floats the idea of dissolving Oklahoma Forestry Services

Stitt has said he believes the Oklahoma Forestry Service held back resources during the fires. When asked to specify which resources during a press conference, Stitt said he didn’t know. “The fact that we can't get answers about where their assets were …

SiyaQhubeka Forests enhances community ownership in a groundbreaking forestry deal

SiyaQhubeka Forests (SQF), a leading forestry company, has increased the equity stake of its community partner, SiyaQhubeka Community Trust (SQT) based in KwaZulu-Natal, from 5.4% to 15.4%, marking a significant step towards inclusive growth in South …

Gov't outlines policies to revitalise forestry sector

The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Mr Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has outlined the government’s transformative policies and institutional reforms to revitalise the forestry sector. The initiatives include the Tree for Life programme, training of …

DNR announces Urban Forestry Monitoring results

MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) recently announced that results from a multiyear urban forestry monitoring project are now available for Milwaukee and Madison. The Urban Forest Inventory and Analysis project established …

Large Hawke’s Bay sheep and beef farm to be converted to forestry; sold to overseas buyer

“The [new owner] will convert approximately 832 hectares of the land into a commercial plantation forest, predominantly pinus radiata, with planting scheduled to start in winter 2026. “The [new owner] will harvest the crop of trees once matured and replant …

Horry County no longer under burn ban after Forestry Commission lifts remaining bans

HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) - The South Carolina Forestry Commission is lifting its remaining burn bans. Only five counties in the state, Greenville, Horry, Oconee, Pickens and Spartanburg, were still under the agency’s burn ban before it was lifted at noon on …

Roots of Peace Launches Global ‘White Rose for Peace’ Campaign on UN Landmine Awareness Day

Transforming Minefields into Vineyards, Orchards, and Fields of Flowers – “Mines to Vines” Movement Expands Worldwide LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Roots of Peace, the global humanitarian nonprofit committed to …

Al via la quarta edizione di EWA - Empowering Women in Agrifood

EIT Food apre la call per le imprenditrici nel settore agroalimentare in Italia BOLOGNA, ITALY, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- EIT Food apre la call per le imprenditrici nel settore agroalimentare in 13 paesi europei Saranno selezionate …

Agricultural Tractor Market anticipated to surpass US$31,229.554 million by 2030 at a CAGR of 5.48%

The agricultural tractor market is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 5.48% from US$20,386.565 million in 2025 to US$31,229.554 million by 2030. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to a new study published by …

AF36: The Proven Solution for Aflatoxin Control in Agriculture

National Awareness Campaign Launches as Peak Growing Season Begins PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With the growing season underway, the Arizona Cotton Research and Protection Council (ACRPC) is urging farmers to …

'Healing Mother Earth' – Help Replant Trees After the Northern MI Ice Storm

A devastating ice storm destroyed thousands of trees in Michigan. Nathan Wright’s “Healing Mother Earth” initiative aims to restore forests and habitats. PETOSKEY, MI, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Northern Michigan is …

New Communications Agency Seeks to Elevate Agricultural Storytelling

A new communications agency is bringing strategic storytelling expertise to US agribusinesses, creating engaging editorial that brings innovations to life. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Consus Communications, a …

New Book ‘Awesome Shade Gardens’ Offers Step-by-Step Plans for Shaded Landscapes

Discover how to turn shaded spaces into lush, vibrant retreats with this essential guide from a leading landscape architect. Available now on Amazon. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Shade gardens don't have …

New Exmark Video Simplifies Mower Maintenance

Latest Backyard Smart episode offers a checklist for proper pre-season mower maintenance BEATRICE, NE, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With spring in the air, now is the time to ready your lawn mower with the maintenance it …

Medicinal Genomics Awarded Canadian and Australian Patents for Grim Reefer® Free DNA Removal Kit

AOAC-approved technology enhances the accuracy of qPCR microbial testing by eliminating false positives from dead DNA BEVERLY, MA, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Medicinal Genomics Corp. (MGC), a leader in leveraging genomics …

CHC Navigation EMG100: Simplifying Precision Excavation

Designed for ease of learning and use, EMG100 features precision GNSS technology, an intuitive interface, and rapid setup to enhance construction efficiency. SHANGHAI, CHINA, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New eMG100 from CHC Navigation …

CHC Navigation Joins the Real-time Analysis Center of International GNSS Service

CHC Navigation joins the International GNSS Service (IGS) as an Analysis Center, contributing to global satellite navigation advancements. SHANGHAI, CHINA, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CHC Navigation (CHCNAV), a global leader in …

Cranberry Grower Awarded Massachusetts Farmer of the Year

Steve Ward of Steven F. Ward Cranberries in Carver, Mass., has been named Farmer of the Year by the Massachusetts Agriculture Promotional Board. PLYMOUTH, MA, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Steve Ward of Steven F. Ward Cranberries in …

Changing the tide: New project aims to shift attitudes around fish welfare practices

DARWIN, NT - NORTHERN TERRITORY, AUSTRALIA, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Fish are often overlooked when the term “animal welfare” is used, but a new project is working to ensure happy fins are met with the same enthusiasm as cage-free eggs …

eHACCP.org Publishes Certified HACCP and Food Safety Auditor Course With Optional Bundle

This course provides a comprehensive opportunity for participants to assess and enhance existing processes and procedures. LUNENBURG, NS, CANADA, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- eHACCP.org is pleased to announce the launch of the Certified …

Coffee Makers Co Celebrates One Year of Brewing Success in the UK

LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Coffee Makers Co, a UK-based supplier of high-quality coffee machines and accessories, proudly marks its first anniversary. Since its launch in 2024, the company has …

Big Guns Coffee Heads to Shark Tank Casting Call to Pitch Bold New Vision for U.S. Coffee Farming

10-Year-Old Founder and Her Veteran Dad Lead “American Dream 2.0” with Fair-Trade Coffee & Hydroponic Innovation TYRON, NC, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Big Guns Coffee, the trailblazing coffee company founded by Marine …

New Ways to Upgrade Tired Flowerbeds With Showstopping Summer Bulbs

FlowerBulb.eu Lists Top 5 Summer Bulbs That Bring Color and Texture to the Garden PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dahlias, recognized as the national flower of Mexico, are known for their striking colors and …

Waste Management Industry Material Solutions for WasteExpo 2025

Interstate Advanced Materials highlights moisture and corrosive-resistant materials for waste management and recycling applications ahead of WasteExpo 2025. SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Interstate Advanced …

Sisters of the Valley Host First-of-a-Kind Workshop in San Palo

MERCED, CA, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Sisters of the Valley will be landing in São Paulo next week for their first-ever workshop in Brazil, hosted by Associação Hempatia. Taking place on April 12th and 13th, the hands …

Mastering Dahlias: A Gardener’s Guide to Stunning Flowers

Expert Tips from Flowerbulb.eu for Growing Beautiful Dahlias PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dahlias, the national flower of Mexico, bring vibrant color and elegance to any garden. Perfect for celebrating …