September 21, 2022 - Forest landowners are generally looking toward future opportunities — the next project, the next season, the next harvest.
But many aren’t looking far enough ahead — to the next generation.
Maintaining healthy forestland is a long-term commitment and because of the immense benefits of Texas forests, ensuring that forest land remains forested after an owner’s death shouldn’t be left to chance.
December 16, 2015 COLLEGE STATION - A wet winter may be in store, but the threat of wildfire still exists.
The current El Niño conditions drop the threat of wildfire to below normal, however Texas A&M Forest Service urges caution this holiday season.
“Fireworks and outdoor fires are usually associated with this time of year,” Jan Amen, fire prevention specialist said. “It’s important to be careful, because one spark can cause a devastating fire.”
November 2, 2015 - College Station, Texas — Taking care of America’s lands and natural resources is a big job. No single organization can do it alone. Knowing that we are stronger together — the USDA Forest Service has entered into a Good Neighbor Authority agreement with Texas A&M Forest Service to help conserve, protect and manage their Texas forests and grasslands.
October 16, 2015 - Texas A&M Forest Service has called in a DC-10 air tanker to help battle the wildfire raging through Bastrop County.
The tanker can drop close to 12,000 gallons of retardant at a time, spreading a swath three-quarters of a mile long and 500 feet wide. It is also able to divide its load into five separate drops if needed.
The Very Large Air Tanker, VLAT, is coming from the West Coast and headed to the Hidden Pines Fire in Bastrop County, Texas. It is expected to be available Friday morning.
