The mission of the New York Forest Owners Association (NYFOA) is to promote sustainable forestry practices and improved stewardship on privately owned woodlands in New York State. NYFOA is a not-for-profit group of people who care about NYS trees and forests and are interested in the thoughtful management of private forests for the benefit of current and future generations.

Through local chapter and statewide activities such as woods walks and tours, the bi-monthly New York Forest Owner magazine, and affiliation with other organizations with similar objectives, NYFOA helps woodland owners to achieve their management objectives for their properties and encourages the appreciation of the qualities and importance of New York’s forests.

EMERALD ASH BORER NEWS:

Impacts and recommendations related to the recent confirmation of Emerald Ash Borer in Randolph, Cattaraugus County, NY.
The first occurrence of emerald ash borer (EAB, Agrilus planipennis Fairmaire) in New York State was confirmed by the NY Department of Agriculture and Markets and Department of Environmental Conservation on June 17, 2009 in Randolph, NY (Cattaraugus County). An invasive beetle introduced from eastern Asia, EAB kills all species of ash trees native to North America, and has the potential to cause severe economic and ecological damage. First detected near Detroit in 2002 it has now spread to 13 states and two Canadian provinces. Ash mortality is 100% near Detroit and is widespread in all the affected areas. MORE>>>

Above, NYFOA's Executive Director, Mary Jeanne Packer, addresses the members present at the recently held NYFOA Annual Membership Meeting.

Below are Jon Pomp, FORECON (left), and Mike Burns from Empire State Forest Products Association speaking to the NYFOA members at the Annual Membership meeting about Carbon Trading Opportunities for Forest Landowners.