Murray Recognized by Missouri for Forestry Work

Jefferson City, MO, Jan. 29, 2015 -- Darwin Murray, president of McClain Forest Products, was recognized by Director of Missouri Agriculture Richard Fordyce Saturday for leadership in Missouri’s forestry industry.

At the 45th Missouri Governor’s Conference on Agriculture, Murray received the 2014 Missouri Forestry Legacy Award.

McClain Forest Products, makers of Springcreek Flooring, is one of the state's largest forest products companies.

Murray is chairman of the Missouri Forest Products Association’s Forest Health Committee through which he represents the industry in the promotion of sound forest management practices that ensure the long-term health and sustainability of the state’s forests.

He is also on the board of the National Hardwood Lumber Association, serves on committees of the National Wood Flooring Association, and is involved with the Hardwood Federation.