University of Georgia

Emma Merritt

Emma Merritt
Emma Merritt

MS (May 2027), Forest Operations

MS (May 2027), Forest Operations

Additional degrees:

  • BS Forest Resources and Environmental Conservation, Minor in Agriculture & Applied Economics, Virginia Tech (2025)

Prior work experience:

  • Graduate Assistant, UGA Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources, Athens, GA (June 2025 – Present)
  • Undergraduate Research Assistant, VT College of Natural Resources and Environment, Blacksburg, VA (March – April 2025)
  • Forestry Contractor, USFWS, Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge, Cambridge, MD (December 2024 – January 2025)
  • Forestry Intern, MD DNR Forest Service, Snow Hill, MD (July – August 2024)
  • Field Technician, J.R. Simplot Company, Pocomoke City, MD (May 2023 – July 2024)
  • Teaching Assistant, Dr. Ryan Musselman, VT College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Blacksburg, VA (January – May 2023)
Emma Merritt
Emma Merritt

MS (May 2027), Forest Operations

News & Announcements

Forestry student with turkey

02.19.2026

Student Spotlight: Will McCommons

Will McCommons, a second-year Master of Forest Resources student from Greensboro, GA, has built his career path on a lifelong connection to the woods, one that began with days spent learning from his grandfather, who worked in the lumber industry. After earning his BSFR at UGA, Will returned to Warnell to earn his MFR in Forest Business to deepen his understanding of the business side of forestry. He credits the program with broadening his perspective on how the industry operates and opening new career opportunities.

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Pellet feedstock

01.15.2026

Balancing Risk and Reward: Fertilization Decisions in Timberland Investments

Timberland management is a long-term investment shaped by biological growth, market dynamics, and strategic decisions. One silviculture option, fertilization stands out as a key treatment with the potential to enhance productivity and financial returns. However, Dr. Bruno da Silva and fellow researchers from the Center for Forest Business found that fertilization outcomes are uncertain, and this uncertainty complicates decision-making for landowners and investors.

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01.06.2026

Alumni Spotlight: Chance Loeffler

Chance Loeffler is an alumnus of the Master of Forest Resources (MFR) program at the University of Georgia’s Warnell School of Forestry & Natural Resources and currently serves as a forester with Larson & McGowin. Through his work, Chance supports a diverse range of landowners and investors, applying the technical, analytical, and professional skills he developed during his time in the MFR program.

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