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South Dakota Family Forests Association Tree Farm Program

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South Dakota Family Forests Association Tree Farm Program

CONGRATULATIONS TO TREE FARMER OF THE YEAR: RAY FAMILY TREE FARM

 

The Ray Family Farm has been an active SDFFA member since 2019. Management of the property enhances multiple-use characteristics while ensuring that agricultural commodities are supplied to local communities each year.

 

They encourage healthy forest management and the reduction of forest health invasives transported throughout the state by creating and selling “campfire kits.” These kits supply income to the property and support the SD Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (DANR) Forest Action Plan.

 

Son Mike Ray has stepped up into multiple sub-committee positions within the organization as well as serving as chairman of SDFFA Board of Directors. He is a staunch advocate for forest landowners and taxation and is always willing to be a voice for SDFFA.

The Ray Family’s connection to their land, their stewardship efforts, and his active SDFFA participation are a great example for so many in SDFFA to admire. 

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South Dakota Tree Farm Committee:
The South Dakota Tree Farm Committee is a subsidiary of the South Dakota Family Forest Foundation, a 501c3 organization, and managed by an advisory committee. To find out more about the Tree Farm program, or to request an initial inspection, contact the South Dakota Division of Resource Conservation and Forestry and a qualified Tree Farm inspector will contact you and arrange a visit to your property.

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