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Network News: Inspectors Archive  filter by category: Transition

ATFS Network News Alert: Welcome New Staff

In our 2018 survey, we heard from state leaders that ATFS certification is important, but that that administering ATFS certification takes a lot of time and effort, limiting the time you have to work directly with landowners. One way we are working to remove this barrier is by investing in dedicated regional ATFS staff to work directly with states.

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Brittany VanderWall of Michigan Awarded 2019 National Leadership Award

The American Tree Farm System is pleased to recognize Brittany VanderWall of Michigan with the 2019 National Leadership Award. Learn more about her passion for ATFS.

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2019 NLC Wrap-Up

Last month, AFF welcomed more than 250 Tree Farmers, inspectors, state committee leaders, policy supporters and partners to the three-day 2019 National Leadership Conference (NLC). Check out some of the most memorable moments. 

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New Tree Farmer Certificate Updated

The American Tree Farm System sends a welcome packet and certificate to all newly enrolled Tree Farmers each month. The landowner certificate template has recently been updated and is now available!

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Countdown to NLC

We are incredibly excited about the opportunities ahead of us in 2019 as we find ways to engage more family forest owners in active stewardship through the American Tree Farm System (ATFS). Learn more about this year's upcoming NLC. 


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AFF Standards Review Process to Begin in 2019

The American Forest Foundation (AFF) is aligning its standard revision process with the new revision process adopted by the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC). Learn more about the PEFC process. 

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Third-Party Assessment Opening Meeting Kickoff

We have completed the third-party assessment opening meetings for 2019. Thank you to the leaders in Alabama, Florida, Idaho, Michigan, and Washington for your hospitality, hard work, and dedication to the ATFS program.

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