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Last Updated:Friday 16 March 2012, 17:57

2011 Tree Farmer of the Year - Dennis M. Pete

Written by  Doug Mayo 23 November 2011 Published in Agriculture

Mr. Dennis M. Pete and his wife, Dr. Evelyn Long Pete, manage more than 450 acres of farm land in Jackson County, of which some 350 acres are planted in longleaf, slash and loblolly pine trees. These trees range in age from 25 years to a 40 acre tract to be planted this year. This land is also managed as a sanctuary for several varieties of wildlife.

Mr. Pete personally oversees all aspects of the tree farming operation which include planting trees, mowing between trees, removing dead trees, providing fire breaks at certain intervals, and harvesting the trees.

The Tree Farmer of the Year is selected each year by the Florida Division of Forestry's County Forester, Barry Stafford.

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  • Comment Link Jennie Williams Williams Monday, 20 February 2012 21:27 posted by Jennie Williams Williams

    Just wanted to be one of the first to send congrats to Dennis & Evelyn Pete for continuing to contribute to the beautification and salvage of our heritage in the Florida Pan handle. Great jobs!!!

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