Leighton Gibson

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May 15, 2024

Emerald ash borer moves south

Invasive insect confirmed in five new Texas counties

March 14, 2024

Texas A&M Forest Service urges preparation as extreme wildfire danger increases 

December 18, 2023

How to sustainably dispose of a real Christmas tree

Recycling, mulching, wildlife habitats provide good options

December 14, 2023

Cedar fever season begins in Texas

Pollen production reaches peak in January

Christmas Tree

December 1, 2023

Purchasing real Texas Christmas trees boosts economy

$397 million in direct contributions

September 22, 2023

Texas A&M Forest Service employee earns national award for fire protection

August 22, 2023

Drone, firefighting aircraft have near miss during recent wildfire

Temporary flight restrictions now in place

August 8, 2023

State Wildfire Preparedness Level raised to Level 4

High fire danger forecast this week

White Texas A&M Forest Service truck faces a line of fire engulfing the tree line

August 1, 2023

Texas A&M Forest Service issues wildfire danger warning as hot, dry conditions persist

Aug. 2 fire conditions to approach critical thresholds

July 27, 2023

Texas A&M Forest Service encourages caution as wildfire danger increases statewide

Risk of wildfire to remain elevated through early August

July 18, 2023

Prescribed fire grant applications for Texas Plains region now open

Improve wildlife habitats, rangeland conditions with prescribed fire

April 18, 2023

Texas A&M Forest Service Leadership Institute graduates third class

Institute provides opportunities for personal, professional growth

April 3, 2023

Texas A&M Forest Service prepares for extreme fire conditions

December 28, 2022

Cedar fever season in Texas

Texas A&M Forest Service experts explain the ‘what, why and how’ of cedar fever

A used Christmas tree, lying on its side to be recycled.

December 23, 2022

How to sustainably dispose of real Christmas trees

Recycling, mulching, wildlife habitats provide good options

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November 14, 2022

Prevent spread of invasive pests, diseases by not moving firewood

Accidental transport through wood is a key contributor

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November 7, 2022

Hunters urged to practice wildfire safety

Texas A&M Forest Service: 42% of wildfires occur during major hunting season months

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November 4, 2022

Texas A&M Forest Service celebrates Texas Arbor Day

Foresters, staff members make school presentations, plant trees

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September 29, 2022

Wildfire activity possible for multiple areas of the state

Dry conditions increasing with lack of rainfall

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September 19, 2022

Texas A&M Forest Service hand crew mobilized

Among U.S. fire personnel sent to help with Oregon's Cedar Creek, other out-of-state fires