Rachel Weber is a student at Duke University and who just became our newest Board member.
Welcome Our Newest Board Member Rachel
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Our Forests. Our Strength.
US Greenlights First GE Forest Tree for Commercialization
The unnatural engineered traits of these GE trees would lead to unknown and potentially destructive impacts on soils, fungi, insects, wildlife, songbirds, and public health. Help us say no more to this unacceptable practice.
Happy World Wetlands Day
Today, February 2nd is World Wetlands Day. At Dogwood Alliance, we’re taking today to specially recognize the beauty and value of our wetland forests. On this day in particular, we want to share the wonder of wetlands with all our friends and partners. Though many consider wetlands to be uninhabitable swamps, in truth, they are the beating heart of many vital ecosystems. They are biodiverse havens for countless species of animals and plants. They filter our water and air. They protect us from floods. They are homes to many Southern communities.
Outrage Over US Secret Approval of GE Trees
Groups from around the world today joined together to denounce the US government for allowing the first genetically engineered tree, a loblolly pine, to be legalized with no government or public oversight, with no assessment of their risks to the public or the environment, and without regard to overwhelming public opposition to GE trees.
Welcome Shannon, Dogwood’s New Advancement Director
Shannon Barrett is the new Advancement Director at Dogwood Alliance. “One of the things that really attracted me to the position is the thoughtfulness that’s gone into planning where Dogwood goes next,” she explains, adding that it is a very exciting time for Dogwood because the organization is poised to go to the next level.