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THE LARGEST LIGHT SHOW IN THE COUNTRY, AMAZE LIGHT FESTIVAL IS OFFICIALLY OPEN FOR THE HOLIDAY SEASON

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Thursday, November 24, 2022

NEW YORK, Nov. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Artistic Holiday Designs, a unique and interactive commercial holiday decoration design firm, is proud to announce that the all-immersive storybook experience, Amaze Light Festival, is officially open. The exclusive US distributor for leading light design and decor manufacturer, LeBlanc Illuminations, is brightening this one-of-a-kind, inclusive display this holiday season. A new family tradition and holiday destination, Amaze Light Festival is an unforgettable spectacle for guests of all ages.

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  • A new family tradition and holiday destination, Amaze Light Festival is an unforgettable spectacle for guests of all ages.
  • Amaze Light Festival, identifiable and unique in many ways, is the country's largest light show.
  • Officially open today, Amaze Light Festival takes visitors on an illuminous holiday adventure where storybook characters Zing and Sparky guide them throughout the mesmerizing festive decor and five interactive holiday-themed worlds.
  • Certain to spread holiday cheer, the Amaze Light Festival is bringing unique moments of joy to each of its locations.

American Forest Foundation Welcomes International Paper as a Family Forest Carbon Program Partner

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Monday, February 24, 2020

The FFCP incorporates family forest owners in the global effort to reduce carbon dioxide in the atmosphere by incentivizing individual and family forest owners to adopt forest management practices that improve forest health and increase carbon sequestration.

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  • The FFCP incorporates family forest owners in the global effort to reduce carbon dioxide in the atmosphere by incentivizing individual and family forest owners to adopt forest management practices that improve forest health and increase carbon sequestration.
  • Beyond creating a carbon market for family landowners and improving family forest management, the FFCP also improves overall forest health, fire resilience and water quality.
  • "International Paper is committed to environmental stewardship and we applaud this innovative approach that engages family forest owners in sustainable forest management for carbon and climate benefits," said Sophie Beckham, Chief Sustainability Officer at International Paper.
  • To learn more about the American Forest Foundation and the Family Forest Carbon Program, go to http://www.forestfoundation.org/carbon .

Family in Washington state awarded National Outstanding Tree Farmers of the Year for Habitat Restoration Efforts

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Thursday, December 5, 2019

WASHINGTON, Dec. 5, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today, the American Tree Farm System awarded the New family of Bellingham, Washington the National Outstanding Tree Farmers of the Year honor from among more than 70,000 certified Tree Farmers nationwide, thanks to their efforts to restore a portion of a critical watershed to help a threatened species in their state.

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  • WASHINGTON, Dec. 5, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today, the American Tree Farm System awarded the New family of Bellingham, Washington the National Outstanding Tree Farmers of the Year honor from among more than 70,000 certified Tree Farmers nationwide, thanks to their efforts to restore a portion of a critical watershed to help a threatened species in their state.
  • Yet, the New family took on these challenges and were able to restore an important piece of habitat for the threatened salmon species.
  • The New family, David and Dar New, and their daughter's family, Jennifer and Jeff Parker and their sons, are owners of the Nourse Family Tree Farm in Bellingham, Washington.
  • In 2015, the News were certified by the Washington state Tree Farm Program.

It's Christmas. Keep it Real.

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Friday, November 22, 2019

From the West to the East, it's clear that families around the country cherish the experience and the lasting memories that a real Christmas tree can inspire.

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  • From the West to the East, it's clear that families around the country cherish the experience and the lasting memories that a real Christmas tree can inspire.
  • But when it comes to tree size and shape, tree shopping destinations and even decorating, regional preferences are clear.
  • Now through December 25th, the Christmas Tree Promotion Board and RedTricycle.com invite consumers everywhere to share photos of their real Christmas tree memory-making experiences for a chance to win cash prizes.
  • In addition, Christmas tree farmers plant at least one new tree for every real Christmas tree they harvest.

Square and The National Christmas Tree Association Unveil Christmas Tree Calculator That Predicts The Best Day For Consumers To Buy Their Trees

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Thursday, November 14, 2019

Square, Inc., (NYSE: SQ) in partnership with the National Christmas Tree Association , released a Christmas Tree Calculator and data report , based on Square sales from thousands of Christmas tree farmers and sellers across the country.

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  • Square, Inc., (NYSE: SQ) in partnership with the National Christmas Tree Association , released a Christmas Tree Calculator and data report , based on Square sales from thousands of Christmas tree farmers and sellers across the country.
  • That said, every family seeking a real tree this season will certainly be able to buy one, Tim OConnor, Executive Director of the National Christmas Tree Association explains.
  • The National Christmas Tree Association, founded in 1955, is the national trade association representing the farm- grown Christmas tree industry.
  • For information on real Christmas tree selection and care tips, or to find a Christmas tree farm or lot in your area, please visit www.realchristmastrees.org
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Forest Owners in Alabama, Maryland, Missouri and Washington Given Prestigious Conservation Award

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Wednesday, July 24, 2019

South: Stan and Suzanne Wood of Bremen, Alabama;

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  • South: Stan and Suzanne Wood of Bremen, Alabama;
    Northeast: Bill and Tina Buckel of Bittinger, Maryland;
    West: David and Dar New of Bellingham, Washington.
  • ATFS is an internationally-recognized education and certification program designed specifically for family forest owners.
  • To be considered for the Outstanding Tree Farmer of the Year award, individuals must exhibit exceptional forest stewardship to protect and improve our forest resources, and must promote forest stewardship within their communities.
  • They immediately had a forest management plan created and began a decade long journey to learn about forest management.

Fluence Improves Production and Plant Quality in USDA Organic Greenhouse

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Wednesday, June 20, 2018

AUSTIN, Texas, June 20, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Fluence Bioengineering Inc. today announced Peace Tree Farm has improved crop production and energy efficiency since deploying Fluence horticulture lighting solutions.

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  • AUSTIN, Texas, June 20, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Fluence Bioengineering Inc. today announced Peace Tree Farm has improved crop production and energy efficiency since deploying Fluence horticulture lighting solutions.
  • "Since switching to Fluence LED solutions, we have increased yields, quality and energy efficiency while reducing lead times and shrink.
  • In the past year, Peace Tree Farm experienced large variations in plant quality and production, especially with its basil.
  • Fluence VYPRx PLUS lighting solutions have improved operations at Peace Tree Farm by:
    Enhancing Plant Quality The plant morphology for Peace Tree Farm crops is now sturdier, more compact and well-branched under Fluence LEDs compared to crops grown under high-pressure sodium (HPS) lights.