Family Forest Blog
September 29, 2023
Board Member Spotlight: Jennie L. Stephens
Board members of the American Forest Foundation take center stage in this special Q&A blog series that highlights their distinct experiences and expertise.
September 26, 2023
Hattie Berg, FFCP Account Manager
Enrolling in the Family Forest Carbon Program (FFCP) is not an easy decision. We're introducing Hattie Berg, who can answer your questions about FFCP on your land.
September 22, 2023
How FFCP Helps with the Invasive Emerald Ash Borer Beetle
With the help of our expert foresters, we're sharing valuable information to help fight against a common and destructive invasive insect, the emerald ash borer.
September 19, 2023
Pragmatic Planning: Scott and Marge Hayes & AFF’s Seedling Society
Scott Hayes loves spending time in the forest. He’s worked in them all his adult life, so he understands the importance of woodlands in mitigating climate change impacts.
September 14, 2023
Connecting the Dots: Climate Week and Family Forest Owners
AFF staffers hit the pavement of Manhattan to attend the annual NY Climate Week; we carry the concerns of family forest owners on the ground, fighting climate change across the nation.
September 13, 2023
A Fresh Approach to Climate Action: Insights from Our Latest White Paper
Discover the key insights from our latest white paper, Boosting the Power of Corporate Investment in the Fight Against Climate Change.
September 13, 2023
New Report: Innovative Finance Tools Key to Activating Nature Based Climate Solutions
Our latest report outlines the underutilized yet critical role of family forests in climate change mitigation and calls for investment in the voluntary carbon market.
September 8, 2023
Meet Heather Kingery, Managing Family Forest Success
This post is part of a series introducing the Family Forest Carbon Program Account Management team. We know that decisions regarding your land are not made lightly.
September 5, 2023
Board Member Spotlight: Jasmine K. Brown
Board members of the American Forest Foundation take center stage in this special Q&A blog series that highlights their distinct experiences and expertise.
September 1, 2023
Managing Invasive Plant Species in the Central Appalachian Region
Over 78% of West Virginia, 60% of Pennsylvania and 39% of Maryland is woodland. Maintaining a healthy forest requires keeping invasive plant species under control.
August 29, 2023
Why Work With a Forester
Forests are complex and the number of things you'll need to consider as a landowner can be overwhelming. Many landowners have foresters put together a comprehensive management plan.
August 29, 2023
Rural Forest Markets Act Puts Power in Rural America’s Hands
The legislation opens revenue to bolster rural economies and increase the health of U.S. forests
August 25, 2023
Caution: Oak Trees May Bite
When a 90-acre property came up for sale in Pennsylvania, the Webers jumped on the opportunity. They then worked with a forester to develop a plan to rewild the area.
August 22, 2023
Bees: Their Amazing World, and Their Role in our Forests
Honey bees. In this post we’ll look at the role bees play in forest health, and how you can protect bee habitat on your land.
August 22, 2023
IRA Funding Paves Way for Underserved Landowners to Conserve American Forests
On Tuesday, the USDA's Forest Service announced a funding opportunity for $150 million through the Landscape Scale Restoration (LSR) Program.