In recognition of National Arbor Day, the Arkansas Department of Agriculture’s Forestry Division will host giveaways of bare root seedlings at various locations across the state each Friday until April 29.The first local giveaway will take place in Marshall Friday from 10 until 2. Seedlings may be picked up between Los Aztecas/Marshall Milling True Value, located at 234 U.S. Highway 65.
Arkansas Arbor Day is celebrated on the third Monday in March, while National Arbor Day is celebrated annually on the last Friday of April.
Kristine Kimbro, Urban and Community Forestry coordinator of the Forestry Division says, “Adding trees to your yard or to a community forest is beneficial to all Arkansans, and Spring is an excellent time to plant trees. With these giveaways celebrating Arbor Day, we hope to provide all Arkansans with access to the many benefits trees provide.”
Additional locations will be added throughout the month. Visit agriculture.arkansas.gov/forestry/urban-community-forestry/free-tree-friday/
for giveaway locations and times or contact Kristine Kimbro at kristine.kimbro@agriculture.arkansas.gov.
The Arkansas Department of Agriculture is dedicated to the development and implementation of policies and programs for Arkansas agriculture and forestry to keep its farmers and ranchers competitive in national and international markets while ensuring safe food, fiber and forest products for the citizens of the state and nation.
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