Founded in 1983, the Mid-South Forestry Equipment Show is the longest running live forestry equipment event in the South. In recent years the family-friendly venue has grown to outperform similar regional shows in terms of exhibitor participation and attendance—both set records in 2008—but here’s the best part: since it is affiliated with Mississippi State University, Mid-South’s rates are much lower. Now that’s something the forest industry can live with during these tight economic times.

1. BIGGEST/OLDEST regional forestry event
2. $33 MILLION value for equipment, supplies demonstrated/displayed at 2008 event
3. TOTAL ATTENDANCE nudged 6,000
4. 2,000 PARTICIPATED in training, continuing education sessions
5. MLA ON-SITE annual meeting, dinner; recognition of Mississippi Logger of the Year
6. MULTIPLE CONTESTS excite, test skills of equipment operators
7. BENEFITS for Log A Load For Kids
8. SPECIAL activities for children

Harness the power of Mid-South Forestry Equipment Show 2010. To view/download the exhibitor guide, visit www.cfr.msstate.edu/msfes

Loggers and associated manufacturers turned out in surprisingly good numbers June 6-7 for a milestone Mid-South Forestry Equipment Show. An estimated 6,000 people, hailing from as far away as eastern Canada, passed through the gate. It was the 25th anniversary of the growing event. Founded in 1983, the show is the longest running live logging venue in the nation. It began on Mississippi State University’s (MSU) John W. Starr Memorial Forest and continues on the tract, located a few miles south of Starkville, Miss. Continued