Wood Producers Council Meeting in Northampton February 7th
The Massachusetts Wood Producers Council will hold its winter meeting at the Bluebonnet Restaurant in Northampton on Thursday, February 7th, from 5 to 9:30 pm.
Initiatives
Tree Farm
A Tree Farm is a woodland that is managed to grow forest products, protect important resources and wildlife habitats, while safeguarding our environment.
Modern Wood Heat
What is Modern Wood Heat?
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.
Policy
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.
Featured Articles
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Bird Habitat Assessments & Management Plans Available to Landowners in 28 Towns
Read moreWant to improve habitat for birds and manage your woods for wildlife and people?
The Last Green Valley (TLGV), the MassConn Sustainable Forest Partnership (MassConn) and the Northern Rhode Island Conservation District (NRICD) are now offering a new opportunity for landowners to obtain forest management plans with bird habitat assessments for woodlands in 28 towns in eastern Hampshire, eastern Hampden and southern Worcester counties.
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Celebrate the Holidays with a Fresh Natural Christmas Tree
Read moreOne of the wonderful things about the holiday season is the chance to enjoy the natural aromas of a fresh Christmas tree in your house. Whether you buy a tree pre cut at a local retailer, or go with your family to a nearby Christmas tree farm to choose and cut your tree, or cut a tree you’ve grown yourself, getting a fresh natural Christmas tree is one of most pleasant family rituals of the holiday season.
Support MFA
Donate
Donate to the Massachusetts Forest Alliance online by clicking the Donate button at the top of the page or mail your donation to the address at the bottom of the page.
Join
Become a member today!
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.
Annual Fund
Thanks to all those who made a contribution to our 2017-2018 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.