The southern voice for sustainable American forests
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Supporting Strong Markets
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Addressing Wildland Fire Issues
Learn MoreWe are addressing increased wildfire activity around the country and its impact on society.
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Investment in State & Private Forests
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Southern Group of State Foresters
We are a non-profit organization representing southern state forestry agencies
Our 15 member agencies within the southeastern United States, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands collectively provide leadership, coordination, expertise and resources to sustain the economic, environmental, health and societal benefits of southern forests.
Southern Forests: Keeping Rural Economies Strong
The scale of southern forestry’s economic contribution is staggering. Across the entire U.S. South, forestry and forest products manufacturing employ over 1.3 million people and generate more than $250 billion in economic output annually. These aren’t abstract statistics; they represent real families in real American communities.
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View AllWe provide the southern perspective on national issues, policy development and legislation impacting forests.
National Association of State Foresters
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