Federation 2024 national forest diaster recovery

The U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service awarded a $6,100,000 Cooperative Forestry Assistance grant (CFDA 10.664) to the Federation of Southern Cooperatives / Land Assistance Fund Inc. This 5-year project grant, with an award date of September 15, 2024, will support forest disaster recovery efforts in Georgia. The Federation, a non-profit agricultural cooperative focused on assisting socially disadvantaged farmers and landowners, will utilize the funding to deliver a range of services aimed at preserving forest resources, mitigating wildfire risks, and enhancing economic opportunities for underserved communities in the region. Key activities include developing genetically improved tree seedlings, undertaking reforestation projects, and promoting sustainable forestry practices. The grant aligns with the Cooperative Forestry Assistance program's objectives of advancing forest management and conservation on non-federal lands nationwide.