News Releases

News Releases

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April 28, 2008
Teachers Receive Grants from MFI

A total of 21 Minnesota teachers have been awarded Forest Education Grants from Minnesota Forest Industries. The program was created by Minnesota Forest Industries to help schools fund classroom projects and activities, including field trips, on topics related to forestry or forest products in Minnesota. Since the program’s inception in 2005, more than $25,000 has been distribu... For the complete story click here.

April 8, 2008
McDonald’s Restaurants, Minnesota Forest Industries and KARE 11 are giving away 57,000 free seedlings on Arbor Day, plus inviting entries to have large trees also planted in yards

It’s the 7th annual state tree giveaway… For the seventh consecutive year, McDonald’s restaurants throughout Minnesota are teaming up with Minnesota Forest Industries (MFI) to give away 57,000 free seedlings to McDonald’s customers on Arbor Day, Friday, April 25. KARE 11 TV in the Twin Cities is also co-sponsoring the Arbor Day giveaway. Red Pine seedlings – the Minneso... For the complete story click here.

February 1, 2008
Sen. Coleman Announces $2 Million Increase over Initial 2008 Budget for MN Forestry

Minnesota Senator Norm Coleman today announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture has increased funding for forest management for the Superior and Chippewa National Forests by $2 million over what was initially projected. Total forest management funding for fiscal year 2008 for the Superior and Chippewa National Forests will now be $11.794 million. The extra $2 million will allow the forest ser... For the complete story click here.

January 26, 2008
Minnesota’s Sustainable Forestry Initiative® building Habitat for Humanity Home in Hibbing

Minnesota Sen. Tom Bakk speaks during the January 26, 2008, Sustainable Forestry Initiative – Habitat for Humanity event at his Tree Farm in Cook. Cook, Minnesota – What... For the complete story click here.

December 3, 2007
Opportunities for Foresters are Plentiful

Survey shows employment opportunity over the next 10 years Minnesota students interested in a career in forestry will find great opportunity in that field over the next ten years. That’s according to a recent survey conducted by the state’s paper and wood products manufacturers. The survey, conducted by Minnesota Forest Industries, shows 400 foresters will be needed in Min... For the complete story click here.