Restoring Oklahoma’s Woodlands
Deforestation from storms, wildfires, and development has reduced Oklahoma’s forests, which cover about 17% of the state. In 2024 alone, Oklahoma lost 9,810 hectares of forest, releasing 2.74 million tonnes of CO₂.
Reforesting helps reverse this trend. Trees absorb carbon, reduce greenhouse gases, and support climate resilience. Reforestation also improves wildlife habitats, boosts timber value, and opens income opportunities through carbon credits.
ArborGen provides advanced seedlings and expert guidance tailored to Oklahoma’s unique climate and soil, helping landowners restore woodlands that thrive for generations. When landowners plant bare root tree seedlings, they invest in the future by increasing timber production and improving wildlife habitat.
Why ArborGen Is Oklahoma’s Trusted Partner in Forestry Seedlings
ArborGen supports Oklahoma landowners with advanced bare root pine seedling choices and expert guidance. Our Loblolly, Longleaf, and Shortleaf Pines are bred for drought and pest resistance, aligning with state forestry goals. We deliver seedlings on time to meet EQIP program deadlines and planting windows.
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Alabama & Mississippi
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North Carolina & Virginia
910-660-3209
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Reforestation Advisor
Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas
936-212-1029
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843-520-6865
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Mike Arnette, Nursery Manager
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Kim Mushrush, Nursery Manager
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Georgia and Florida
912-433-5407
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Partnering with ArborGen for Your Reforestation Project
ArborGen offers tailored reforestation services for Oklahoma landowners. From planning to planting, we’re your long-term partner in restoring and growing forests. We provide genetically improved bare root pine and hardwood seedlings, plus expert support to ensure your reforestation project is productive and sustainable.
- Consultation services with species selection, site evaluation, and long-term forestry planning specific to Oklahoma’s varied geography and climate.
- Seedling delivery from tree nurseries near you, ensuring timely planting.
- Forestry expertise with ongoing advice and support on reforestation, timber management, and land stewardship best practices.
Meet Jeff Slaga – Your Oklahoma Reforestation Advisor
With a degree in forest management and over 30 years of experience in Southern forestry, Jeff combines practical know-how with a deep understanding of landowner needs. His hands-on approach and regional expertise make him a trusted partner for successful reforestation planning.
Success Stories from ArborGen Customers
See how ArborGen has helped landowners across the Southeast achieve profitable, thriving forests.
Reforestation Opportunities Unique to Oklahoma
Reforesting in Oklahoma brings lasting environmental and economic value. ArborGen helps landowners take full advantage of carbon and conservation programs that reward sustainable forestry. Here’s how Oklahoma landowners can benefit:
- Earn Income with Certified Carbon Offsets: Join Oklahoma’s USDA-backed Carbon Sequestration Certification Program to monetize reforestation efforts through certified forestry carbon credits.
- Tap into EQIP-Funded Forest Establishment: Partner with NRCS and Oklahoma Forestry Services in Local Emphasis Areas to access EQIP grants for replanting high-potential forestland—especially in southeast Oklahoma.
- Boost Forest Health and Land Productivity: Restore degraded soils and enhance wildlife habitat with region-specific pine species, improving long-term forest and land value.
At ArborGen, we help you build a thriving, sustainable, and profitable forest that works for you.
Expert Guidance Every Step of the Way
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Set your goals and create a customized seedling plan utilizing your RA’s extensive forestry experience.
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SMART-LOADED™: What Makes ArborGen Seedlings So Different?
We believe it should be easy for you to grow a healthy, profitable forest for your family. You shouldn’t have to worry about making a bad seedling investment and ending up with a 2nd rate forest with low returns. We’ve proven that planting the very best seedlings available gives you maximum growth, better tree quality, and higher returns. We are here to help you choose the appropriate seedlings to match your land and meet your goals. We’ll make sure each and every load of seedlings is SMART-LOADED™ to ensure optimal freshness of your order.
Our “Beside You Every Step of the Way” Promise
We Will:
Advise you about your land as if it were our own.
Always communicate with you in a clear, transparent way with integrity.
Always be dedicated to providing the best performing seedlings available anywhere.
Be here for you whenever you need us.
Be there when you harvest in 25 years! We're both in this for the long haul.
Find Out the Top 8 Questions You Need to Ask BEFORE Buying Seedlings (from anyone)
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