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Santa on sleigh flying. ‘Twas the Southern Forest Before Christmas. Read Article

‘Twas the Southern Forest Before Christmas

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Southern Forests: Keeping Rural Economies Strong

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Southern states rally wildfire resources as North Carolina braces for dangerous fire conditions in Helene’s wake

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Fall 2025 Wildfire Outlook: Southern States Face Elevated Fire Risk as La Niña Strengthens

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Wildland firefighter in PPE uses a drip torch to conduct/manage a prescribed fire in a pine forest Read Article

EPA Issues Policy Guidance to Help Prevent Catastrophic Wildfires, Promote Use of Prescribed Fires for Mitigation Efforts

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Growing the Future: Celebrating the Impact of Southern Forest Products

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Smokey Bear’s Message Takes Flight: Celebrating Fire Prevention Week at the World’s Busiest Airport

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Launch of Virginia and USDA Block Grant Program to Aid Farms and Forests Impacted by Hurricane Helene

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Commissioner Wilton Simpson Applauds U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins’ Announcement of $675 Million in Disaster Relief for Florida Agriculture

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Secretary Rollins Announces $675.9 Million in Disaster Assistance for Farmers in Florida

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A Smart Investment: Southern State Forestry Programs Power American Jobs and Economic Growth

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Honoring the Fallen During Wildland Firefighter Week of Remembrance  Read Article

Honoring the Lives Behind the Statistics: Wildland Firefighter Week of Remembrance