Government Affairs On the Ground: FLA’s Grassroots Tour – Stop 1: Louisiana

Southern Forest Hertiage Muesuem

Private forest landowners across the country are facing pressure and uncertainty in the face of evolving markets, regulations, legislative landscapes, and increased transparency in our operations. For over 80 years, The Forest Landowners Association (FLA) has been a steadfast advocate for your interests on these issues. Now more than ever, it’s imperative that we amplify...

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Landowner Learning Series: Exploring FLA’s Longleaf Pine Cost Share Initiative

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Discover how the Forest Landowners Association's Longleaf Cost Share Program, funded by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation’s Longleaf Stewardship Fund, can assist in establishing and managing longleaf pine on private lands. Unsure of how to start your application? Join us for this informative session to gain insights into the program and its application process....

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Landowner Learning Session: Forests to Faucets: The Crucial Role of Private Forest Landowners in Maintaining Water Quality

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Title: Forests to Faucets: The Crucial Role of Private Forest Landowners in Maintaining Water Quality Description: Join us for an enlightening online learning session on the vital connection between our forests and the water we drink. Titled "Forests to Faucets: The Crucial Role of Private Forest Landowners in Maintaining Water Quality." This session will delve...

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Landowner Learning Session: Decoding the Chevron Doctrine

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On June 28th, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6-3 in a landmark decision to overturn the Chevron Doctrine, which for 40 years gave federal agencies the authority to interpret ambiguous language from Congress when crafting regulations. This decision marks a significant change in the regulatory landscape, especially for environmental regulations that may impact forest landowners....

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Online Learning Session: International Paper’s ForSite® Mapping Tool: Demonstrating Responsible Fiber Sourcing and Sustainable Forest Management Throughout the Supply Chain

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In 2015, International Paper (IP) developed a GIS-based mapping platform to identify environmental risks within their fiber procurement supply chain. What started as a pilot project in the Southeastern United States, evolved into a large-scale mapping and due diligence system called ForSite® that fundamentally changed the way IP procures fiber.  Similar to approaches found in...

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Online Learning Session: Forestry Taxes: Important Considerations for Private Forest Landowners When Filing Your 2024 Taxes.

Don’t Miss Our Next Online Learning Session on Forestry Taxes Tax season is here, and if you're a private forest landowner, navigating the latest tax rules can be overwhelming. That’s why FLA is bringing you an exclusive webinar: "Forestry Taxes: Important Considerations for Private Forest Landowners When Filing Your 2024 Taxes."Join Dr. Tamera Cushing, Extension...

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