A Tree Farm is a woodland that is managed to grow forest products, protect important resources and wildlife habitats, while safeguarding our environment.
People worldwide have heated with wood for thousands of years. New Englanders are no exception and have long depended on native forests to provide wood for warmth. But set aside old images of the inefficient fireplace and smoking wood stove. New technology has made wood burning appliances a truly modern way to use this traditional fuel.
The Massachusetts Forest Alliance represents and advocates on behalf of forest landowners, industry professionals, businesses, and others who support a strong, sustainable forest economy in the Commonwealth. MFA works on a variety of policy initiatives, including tax programs, property zoning, biomass, roadways, and many more regulations that affect our membership.
MFA’s Annual Meeting and Conference will take place on Saturday, May 5th, at Mass Wildlife’s Headquarters in Westborough. This year’s conference’s theme is “Loving the Land”. The conference will feature presentations on wildlife management, climate change, road improvements, and different ways to generate income from your woods – so anyone who owns or manages woods should make plans to attend!
Any Massachusetts resident or business currently operating a non-EPA-certified wood stove or fireplace insert is eligible for a rebate of up to $1,750 when replacing an existing stove with an eligible model. Those that meet certain income requirements are eligible for rebates of up to $3,250.
The Massachusetts Forest Alliance (MFA) seeks a highly motivated and independent individual to identify and work with government entities, not-for-profits, and large and small businesses which are good prospects for using wood fuels for heat and energy production. The ideal candidate for the position will have experience identifying prospects, developing project and work plans, as well as experience working with facility managers and government entities. The applicant should have a basic understanding of renewable energy heating systems. This is a statewide position, and the successful applicant will be expected to pursue potential projects across the Commonwealth.
Donate to the Massachusetts Forest Alliance today by calling Annette at (617)-455-9918 or mailing your donation to
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The Massachusetts Forest Alliance is the leading organization representing forest landowners and industry professionals in Massachusetts. MFA works tirelessly on your behalf to advocate for a strong, sustainable forest economy. In addition to representing the forest community at the state and local levels, MFA offers educational seminars and continuing education workshops for landowners and industry professionals. Topics often center around forestry practices, regulation, and policy.
On behalf of the Board of Directors of the Massachusetts Forest Alliance, I would like to thank all those who made a contribution to our 2016-2017 Annual Fund Campaign. Your gift is what makes the Forest Alliance possible. The organization strongly depends on members like you who generously choose to give above and beyond your annual dues. Because of you, MFA will have the resources to continue to work on your behalf to ensure that woodland owners and forest professionals are well-represented in the Commonwealth.
