MN Forests

The USDA allowed emergency actions on millions of acres of national forest land, including the Superior and Chippewa, pointing to fire risk, forest health and timber needs.

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture said it was relying on federal funding for proposed spongy moth management around Grand Rapids, Cloquet and the Fond du Lac Reservation.

Michael Snyder, author of "Woods Whys," joined the KAXE Morning Show to talk about his book and give his insights on our nation’s forests.

The public can attend the open house to discuss the future of motorized and non-motorized trails in the state forest in Aitkin County and share feedback on planning.

President of the Minnesota Forestry Association Brian Huberty joined the KAXE Morning Show as part of the "Minnesota Forest History” series, produced by Mark Jacobs.

Emerald ash borer is now confirmed in Jackson County and a new portion of Lake County, with 53 of Minnesota's 87 counties having known infestations.

Mike North, a wildlife biologist at the Minnesota DNR, discusses the role of woodpeckers in the ecosystem and how foresters and landowners can keep these populations healthy.

The March edition of the Local Forest History series focused on Minnesota wildlife in the twenty-first century: our featured expert was Blane Klemek. Local Forest History is produced by Mark Jacobs.

Dave Bubser explains the forest certification process: how forests become certified, the sustainability standards involved and how they help consumers buy responsibly. The "Local Forest History" series is produced by Mark Jacobs.

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture issues quarantines for all areas known to have emerald ash borers to reduce the risk of further spreading the tree-killing insect.