MS Forestry Commission

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MFC and partners hosted the first Capitol Day in years to celebrate our centennial & the impact of MS forestry. More than 90 individuals visited with legislators and represented MS's forestry community, and Persimmon seedlings were passed out to all members. #MSForestry #MFC100

🎨🌳MFC is excited to announce the 2026 Arbor Day Poster Contest. If you have a student in grades 1-5, we'd love to see their creativity shine! This year’s theme is "At home in the forest." Deadline: April 13, 2026 Download the flyer and contest rules: bit.ly/4dvxXom

In this special centennial feature, we bring together voices from across our history, employees past and present, to share their favorite memories, the changes they’ve witnessed, and what it truly means to be part of the MFC family. #MFC100 #MSforestry bit.ly/3PxVqvb

To celebrate #MFC100, we unveiled an exhibit at the MS Ag & Forestry Museum! From vintage tools to historic milestones, we’re honoring a century of protecting MS's forests. It will travel the state, honoring the incredible foresters and staff who make MFC what it is today.

A huge THANK YOU to our sponsors: ⭐ BK Technologies ⭐ Enviva ⭐ IFG ⭐ MS Forestry Assoc. ⭐ MS Loggers Assoc. ⭐ Westervelt Co. ⭐ Weyerhaeuser ⭐ GR Manufacturing ⭐ Southern AgCredit ⭐ Cooperative Energy ⭐ Fulgham’s, Inc. Your support keeps our forests growing! 🙌🪵

🌲 100 Years of Growing Mississippi! 🌲 We celebrated the #MFC100 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! 🌳✨ #MSForestry

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

🔥 Area 11 & 12 crews contained a 30-acre wildfire in Marshall Co. on March 1st near the I-22 exit in Holly Springs. ⚠️ Reminder: Many roadside fires start from dragging trailer chains. Ensure your equipment is secure before hitting the highway! 📸 J.P. Cromwell #MSForestry

We enjoyed exhibiting at the MS Ag & Forestry Museum for Spring Farm Days! The event included interactive forestry demonstrations. Thanks to everyone who stopped by the MFC booth and to the museum for hosting, so we could celebrate our agricultural and forestry roots. #MSforestry

100 Years. 19.2 Million Acres. One Mission. 🌲 Today, we celebrate the 100th Anniversary of MFC! Since March 6, 1926, we’ve worked to protect and sustain the forests that make MS home. Here’s to a century of growth! Read more: bit.ly/3MNyh7l #MFC100 #MSforestry

Talk about a sign of things to come! 🐻 Retired MFC Accounting Director Robin Lackey (far right) was supporting @smokey_bear in Oregon circa 1970, long before joining our team. We are proud to celebrate 100 years of people who have kept our mission at heart.🌲 #MFC100 #OnlyYou

Putting down roots in Crystal Springs! 🌱 We had a fantastic time celebrating Mississippi Arbor Day last month with a successful tree-planting event. Huge thanks to everyone who came out to help us grow a greener future for our state. 🌳✨ #MSArborDay #MSforestry

On Feb 25, a 100-acre wildfire was contained thanks to the quick work of MFC firefighters Travis & Mark Sprague and the Monticello FD. Great teamwork protecting Lawrence Co! 📸: Reed Taylor, Area 42 Forester #MSForestry #OnlyYou #PreventWildfiresMS

🚨 BURN BAN ALERT: South MS 🚨 12 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

Following the severe ice storms that impacted Tippah County last month, MFC Saw Teams were deployed to assist in critical recovery efforts. We appreciate the crews who worked diligently to clean up the community. #MSforestry

MFC crews and local partners have contained a 324-acre wildfire in Jefferson Davis Co. off Lucas-Warner Rd. Thanks to our 2 dozer crews, aerial support, and the Prentiss & 84 West fire stations for their hard work! 📸 Cody McDonald ⚠️🔥New Burn Bans: bit.ly/2MZLIC0

🚩 MFC is responding to multiple wildfires statewide due to high winds & dry conditions. ✈️ 3 aircraft are in the air today monitoring risks. 🚫 BURN BANS: Franklin, Wilkinson, Amite, & Pike. bit.ly/2MZLIC0 PLEASE refrain from burning! One spark is all it takes.

Please refrain from ALL burning today. ELEVATED FIRE DANGER continues today across the state. #OnlyYou #PreventWildfiresMS #MSforestry

Region 4 just completed RT-130 Wildland Fire Safety Training. This annual refresher covers: ✅ Fireline safety ✅ Incident analysis ✅ Fire shelter deployment ✅ Risk mitigation Whether here in MS or deployed across the US, our firefighters are prepared for the fireline.🌲🔥