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ISSUE 62 : WEEK OF JULY 15, 2019
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Regional News
- Research from Auburn University Helps Reduce Southern Pine Seedling Mortality
- NC State Extension Releases Quarterly Timber Price Report
- Forest2Market: An Historical Analysis of Southern Yellow Pine Exports
- TX Forestry Association to Host Seminar for Forest Landowners
- Registration Open for Annual AL Forestry Association Meeting
- NC Extension Forestry Updates 24 Online Wildlife Management Guides
- FL Forest Service Offers SPB Help, LL Pine Incentives, and Forest Stewardship Assistance for Landowners
National News
- Wildland Fire Extension Program Established at Oregon State U.
- 2019 FIA Stakeholders Science Meeting: Call for Abstracts
- Association for Fire Ecology Offers Wildland Fire Professional Certification and Wildland Fire Academic Program Certification
Funding Opportunities
- USDA Accepting Applications for Funding for Feral Swine Eradication Pilot Programs
Job Opportunities
- SE Partnership for Forests and Water: Coordinator
- Longleaf Alliance: President
- USFS Outreach Notice: Eastern Regional Wood Utilization Specialist
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Research from Auburn University Helps Reduce Southern Pine Seedling Mortality
NC State Extension Releases Quarterly Timber Price Report
NC State Extension released a brief report detailing the prices of North Carolina’s timber industry for the second fiscal quarter of 2019. After substantial upward price movements last quarter, timber prices in North Carolina trended downward across the board in the second quarter of 2019. Dropping stumpage prices in the second quarter is a recent seasonal tendency all across the South. According to TimberMart-South, the average pine sawtimber price was $28.5 per ton, down 5% from last quarter, but up 13% from the price a year ago. Pine pulpwood realized the largest decline in prices this quarter. The state-wide pine pulpwood price averaged $8.4 per ton, down 17% from last quarter.
Click here to view North Carolina’s quarterly price reports on timber.
Forest2Market: An Historical Analysis of Southern Yellow Pine Exports
Forest2Market conducted a mid-year assessment of conifer exports, it was realized that while southern yellow pine (SWP) log exports are on a recent slide, they are gaining market share over Western Hemlock exports from the Pacific Northwest. This article presents a profile of historical SYP exports, as well as recent trade developments using data from the U.S. Census Bureau.
Check out the article here.
TX Forestry Association to Host Seminar for Forest Landowners
The Texas Forestry Association will be hosting a forestry seminar, entitled “Branching Out”, for forest landowners. The day-long event will take place August 9, 2019 in Lufkin, TX. Presentations will cover a variety of topics, including information about Farm Bill cost-share programs, Learn Plan Act Texas (an interactive tool for engaging forest landowners), and wildlife in the South. Continuing education credits will also be offered (SAF, Texas Accredited Foresters, and Texas Pro Loggers).
Learn more and register for this event.
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Registration Open for Annual AL Forestry Association Meeting
Registration is open for the annual Alabama Forestry Association meeting. The event will take place September 8-10 at Orange Beach, AL. Participants can expect presentations on hot button forestry topics, as well as ample time for industry networking. Continuing education credits will be offered. Early bird registration closes August 31, 2019.
View meeting agenda and register here.
NC Extension Forestry Updates 24 Online Wildlife Management Guides
The NC State University Forestry Extension team has released a new series of lay management guides for wildlife titled:
Working with Wildlife
. Originally developed to promote multiple resource management strategies on private lands through the Forest Stewardship Program, the digital redesign includes new research, fresh formatting, and enhanced color photos.
See all 24 guides here
. This six month effort was funded by the Renewable Resources Extension Act Capacity Grant and the work was authored by a certified Wildlife Biologist.
FL Forest Service Offers SPB Help, LL Pine Incentives, and Forest Stewardship Assistance for Landowners
Florida Forest Service is offering landowners a chance to sign up for the Southern Pine Beetle (SPB) assistance and prevention program through August 16, 2019. The SPB program will assist landowners with forest management practices to prevent SPB.
Find more information on the SPB program here
. Landowners can also sign up for the longleaf pine landowner incentive program until August 2, 2019. The longleaf pine program offers incentive payments and technical guidance for landowners to establish, restore, and maintain longleaf pine forests.
Find out more about the longleaf pine program here
. Florida Forest Service is also offering general funding to cover the costs of preparing a forest stewardship management plan.
Find the agreement and compensation information here.
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Wildland Fire Extension Program Established at Oregon State University
In late June, Oregon Legislature approved the establishment of a new Oregon State Wildland Fire Extension Program. The new program will be supported by existing Oregon State University (OSU) extension services, as well as the College of Forestry. The overarching goal of this program is to enable the OSU extension service to work with agency and industry partners, local communities, landowners, homeowners, and other land managers to build wildfire resistance and resilience into rural landscapes and wildland urban interface areas. The program will be established over the coming months, with planned positions to include a Program Manager, Statewide Wildfire Extension Specialist, and 5-6 Regional Wildfire Specialists located in county extension offices across the state.
2019 FIA Stakeholders Science Meeting: Call for Abstracts
The USFS Forest Inventory and Analysis (FIA) Program and other partners are pleased to announce the 2019 FIA Stakeholders Science Meeting. This meeting will be held November 19-21, 2019 in Knoxville, TN. The Stakeholders Science Meeting brings together international forest scientists, managers, and stakeholders to share insights on a wide variety of topics, including contemporary issues, science policy, mensuration, geospatial products, and inventory methods. Program facilitators are seeking abstracts for Digital Engagement (DE) sessions. The deadline for DE abstracts is August 30, 2019.
Submit an abstract here.
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Association for Fire Ecology Offers Wildland Fire Professional Certification and Wildland Fire Academic Program Certification
The Association for Fire Ecology (AFE) offers two certification programs that are appropriate for fire ecologists, managers, and technicians. Both programs are designed to further science-based fire management and to develop the workforce. Applications are due by September 1, 2019 for both programs. The Wildland Fire Professional Certification helps to certify professionals through a mixture of course work and documented experience at multiple levels.
Learn more here
. The Wildland Fire Academic Certification Program is designed to certify wildland fire academic programs, which aids graduates of those programs towards becoming AFE certified wildland fire professionals.
Learn more here
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USDA Accepting Applications for Funding for Feral Swine Eradication Pilot Programs
The USDA announced funding for feral swine eradication pilot programs throughout the US South. This is a joint effort between the USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS). Projects will consist broadly of three coordinated components: 1) feral swine removal by APHIS; 2) restoration efforts supported by NRCS; and 3) assistance to producers for feral swine control provided through partnership agreements with non-federal partners. Applications are being accepted through August 19, 2019.
Learn more about this funding opportunity.
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SE Partnership for Forests and Water: Coordinator
The Southeastern Partnership for Forests and Water seeks a qualified person to lead
and coordinate implementation of the Partnership’s activities. The Partnership’s purpose is to facilitate conservation and sound management of the forested watersheds within the southern region through improved understanding and communication between the forest and water utility sectors.
Learn more about this position here
. To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to Peter Stangel (404-915-2763; peter@usendowment.org) This position will remain open until a qualified candidate is selected.
Longleaf Alliance: President
The Longleaf Alliance (LLA) is seeking a President to lead the organization. The mission of LLA is to ensure a sustainable future for the longleaf pine ecosystem through partnerships, landowner assistance and science-based education and outreach. This mission is accomplished through partnerships with forest landowners, wildlife biologists, foresters, state and federal forestry, wildlife and natural resource agencies, other non-governmental conservation organizations (NGO) and corporate partners. The deadline to apply is August 16, 2019.
View job announcement and application requirements.
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USFS Outreach Notice: Eastern Regional Wood Utilization Specialist
The USFS State and Private Forestry Forest Health Program will soon be advertising a Regional Wood Specialist position for the Eastern Region housed in Milwaukee, WI. Contact Susan Ellsworth, Assistant Director for Forest Health and Economics at susan.ellswort@usda.gov for more information.
Review the outreach notice here
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Upcoming Events:
August 1, 2019 | Online
The Southern Fire Exchange (SFE) announced an upcoming webinar that will explore the influences of prescribed fire on the ecology of wild turkeys. Dr. Michael Chamberlain, from the UGA Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources, will present the results of research projects throughout the southeastern United States focused on understanding how wild turkeys respond to prescribed fire. The webinar will be hosted on August 1, 2019 from 1:00 - 2:00 PM EST. Registration is required.
August 14-16, 2019 | Woodworth, LA
The West Central Louisiana Ecosystem Partnership and the Longleaf Alliance are hosting the Fire and Longleaf academy.. SAF credits, and some financial assistance is available to cover this 2.5 day course for landowners and natural resource professionals of all experience levels.
Fall 2019 | Atlanta, GA or Online
Skills for Engaging Effective Dialogue (SEED) is a facilitation course being offered by Laura Calandrella Consulting in fall 2019. This blended platform course is being offered via five weekly online training sessions, as well as a 3-day in-person training session. The focus of this course is to help natural resource professionals gain the skills needed to achieve collaborative results, take collective action, and strengthen sustainability leadership. Registration closes August 23, 2019.
September 19 - 21, 2019 | Providence Forge, VA
2019 Beginning Landowner Retreats
This retreat is hosted by the Virginia Cooperative Extension and the Virginia Department of Forestry. It is specifically designed to meet the needs of new landowners, and will provide information on both hardwood and pine management.
October 22 - 24, 2019 | Athens, GA
This workshop is sponsored by the Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources. The field of forestry is often described as a mix of science and art. Blending the needs of landowners, industry and society with the characteristics and potential of the land is a complex endeavor. The history of forestry in the Southeastern United States is rich and exciting, and has led to one of the most ecologically diverse and economically important regions in the country. These two courses will provide an introduction to forest management concepts, practices and relevant issues. Registration opens July 22, 2019.
November 18 - 22, 2019 | Tuscon, AZ
The 8th International Fire Ecology and Management Congress will be hosted by the Association for Fire Ecology in cooperation with the Southwest Fire Science Consortium. Workshops will cover a variety of fire-related topics, but will revolve around the theme of ecological pyrodiversity.
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