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IN THE NEWS
U.S. Given Poor Marks on the Environment
Washington, DC (January 23, 2008)- A new international ranking of environmental performance puts the United States at the bottom of the Group of 8 industrialized nations and 39th among the 149 countries on the list.

SUCCESS STORY
Preserving Today, Trees for Tomorrow Building Award
(St. Paul, MN)- Tree Trust offers an education and outreach program with the Builders Association of Minnesota that provides technical assistance, workshops, and continuing education credits for best management practices in preserving, protecting, and replanting trees during land development and construction.

RESEARCH
Bare Root Method
Ithaca, NY (2003)- It's the roots that suffer when trees are transplanted. Not only do roots grow horizontally beyond the dripline, but there is often a higher percentage of them beyond the dripline than within it. An unbelievable 90% of tree roots are routinely left behind in the nursery at the time of harvest. Bare root method planting could be the answer to this problem.

PUBLIC POLICY
Administration Budget for FY09
Washington, DC (February 4, 2008)- The President's budget was released today. All State and Private Forestry programs experienced big cuts, with Urban and Community Forestry scheduled for an 82% reduction resulting in a $5 million budget.

EVENTS
Regional Equity '08- March 5-7, 2008
Join a diverse mix of leaders and advocates from the nonprofit, public policy, philanthropy, government, business, and academic sectors- all of whom share a commitment to the belief that everyone should have the opportunity to participate and prosper in society. This year's agenda is on realizing a future worthy of our commitment to economic, environmental, and social justice.

FUNDING
USDA Conservation Innovation Grant- Deadline: Feb. 20
The USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is offering grants to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies while leveraging the Federal investment in environmental enhancement and protection in conjunction with agricultural production.