Russell Bozeman

📣 Mississippi Tree Care Providers! Are you a licensed tree care provider with an ISA Certification and a MS Tree Surgery License? Please help us build a trusted resource! Complete @MSForestryComm's survey to be added as a qualified professional. 🔗 bit.ly/41q3127

🌲 100 Years of Growing Mississippi! I was honored to celebrate @MSForestryComm's Centennial with a tree dedication & reception at the MS Ag & Forestry Museum. From planting a Magnolia & Maple to celebrating a century of stewardship, here’s to the next 100 years! 🌳✨ #MFC100

9 Out of 10 Wildfires Are Preventable. Most wildfires in Mississippi are caused by human actions, but that also means they can be stopped before they start. Learn more: bit.ly/2JVGfKH #MSforestry #OnlyYou #PreventWildfiresMS #WildfirePreventionMonth

Happy 100th MFC! ✨ MS's forests are a vital part of our economy, our environment, and our heritage. For 100 years, MFC has worked with landowners, partners, and communities across the state to protect and sustain these resources for future generations. bit.ly/3MNyh7l

🚨 BURN BAN ALERTS 🚨 14 counties are now under burn bans due to high wildfire risk. 🚫 NO OPEN FLAMES: This includes debris, fire pits & campfires. ✅ ALLOWED: Gas grills & heaters. Check the list: bit.ly/2MZLIC0 #MSforestry #OnlyYou #PreventwildfiresMS

❄️ MS Landowners: Winter Storm Recovery Assistance Now Available through USDA: 🌲TAP (Tree Assistance Program): For damaged orchards and nurseries. 🌲 ECP & EFRP: Funding for land and forest restoration. 📍 Contact your local USDA Service Center bit.ly/3ZnTUxD

Happy MS Arbor Day! 🌳💕 Gov. @tatereeves has proclaimed Feb 13 as Arbor Day & Feb 13–19 as Tree Planting Week! Want to add some green to your property? Find a free tree giveaway near you from your local SWCD: bit.ly/3prQu9B #MSArborDay #MSforestry 🌲

Road clearing was just the beginning. We are now directing our MFC teams to launch aerial and ground surveys to assess the long-term impact on Tippah, Holmes, and Carroll counties. We are committed to helping MS landowners navigate the recovery process. bit.ly/49T83ZL

For thousands of years, one tree species defined the cultural and ecological identity of what is now the American South: the longleaf pine. The forest once stretched across 92 million acres from VA to TX, but about 5% of that original forest remains. bit.ly/46nlGxX

I was honored to join Gov. @tatereeves at the Capitol to sign the official proclamation for @MSForestry’s 100th Anniversary. We sincerely appreciate the Governor recognizing our century of dedication to protecting MS's 19M acres of forestland. bit.ly/3YVI2ml #MFC100

@MSForestryComm is hiring! 🌲There are Forest Ranger openings in Regions 3 & 4, plus a Forestry Team Lead position in Region 4 (Forest, Greene, & Perry Counties) Help us protect Mississippi’s 19+ million acres of forestland. apply here: bit.ly/371CbBL #MSforestry

Where your tree comes from is just as important as when you plant it! 🧬🌲 We’re halfway through planting season. Using Seed Transfer Guidelines helps match tree genetics to our local climate for long-term survival. Get the guide: bit.ly/48WKVrw #MSforestry

"We are caught in an inescapable network of mutuality, tied in a single garment of destiny." — Dr. MLK Jr. 🕊️ Today, we honor Dr. King’s legacy by recognizing that our forests—and our communities—are at their best when we support one another. 🌳 #MLKDay #CivilRights #MSforestry

A Comprehensive (Global) Review of the Pulp, Paper, and Forest Products Industry in 2025 bit.ly/3LRhrnn

It’s almost MS Arbor Day (Feb 13th)! 🌳 Counties across the state are now hosting tree giveaways and sales. Late winter is the prime planting window for the South, so don't miss out on adding some green to your yard! Listing of events: bit.ly/3prQu9B #MSforestry

Attention Rural VFDs! 🚒 @MSforestryComm's 2026 VFA Grant application is live. Get 50/50 matching funds for wildland firefighting equipment, PPE, and radios. ⏳ Deadline: March 4, 2026 👉 Apply now: bit.ly/2ULS3BG #MSforestry

This year, @msforestrycomm turns 100! To commemorate this milestone, we're gathering stories, photos, and memories from the past century. Did you or a family member work for the Commission? Share your stories and photos with us at comments@mfc.ms.gov. #MFC100

Forest product industries create stable, family-wage jobs in rural communities—from mill workers and loggers to foresters and truck drivers. Those wages support schools, Main Street businesses, and local families. Learn more: ow.ly/fF1A50XQ5QS #ForestProducts #RuralJobs

“Forestry is more than trees—it’s about protecting communities, supporting rural economies, and ensuring MS forests remain healthy for generations.” Proud to lead the MFC as we mark 100 years of service to MS in 2026. Article: bit.ly/4apw8rR #MSForestry #MFC100

🌲 MS Landowners: Find Forestry Vendors! We've launched our Vendor Directory to help you find professionals for: Tree Planting, Herbicide Treatment, Site Prep, Prescribed Burning, and more! 👉 Search Vendors: bit.ly/4rYywMf 🤝 Are you a Vendor? bit.ly/46dM4YM