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Certified firewood poses the lowest risk of carrying pests and can be identified by the MDA-certified logo on the label.
What “MDA Certified” Firewood Means
MDA-certified firewood producers meet treatment standards set by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to ensure firewood is safe to move and less likely to spread pests.
Types of Certifications
MDA Heat Treatment Certified
- The firewood has been heated to 140°F for 60 minutes.
- The process is verified through inspection and testing.
- Safely kills invasive pests and their eggs.
- Suitable for firewood of various sizes.
MDA Kiln Dry Certified
- Firewood is dried to a specific moisture content and temperature.
- Certification applies to wood with a maximum thickness of 3 inches.
- Commonly used for lumber or firewood kindling.
- Also subject to inspection and testing.
Minnesota Certified Firewood Producers
| Name | Address | Phone/Email |
|---|---|---|
| Holtz Firewood | 11658 State Highway 238 Royalton, MN 56373 | 612-600-8513 |
| Jay's Tree Care and Firewood | 8253 Imperial Road Royalton, MN 56373 | 612-245-2663 |
| Minnesota Firewood LLC | 18691 233rd Street Little Falls, MN 56345 | 800-893-9090 Minnesotafirewood@gmail.com |
| MN Environmental Solutions | 5581 Saint Louis River Road Hermantown, MN 55810 | 218-464-3681 |
| Moonlight Firewood | 905 18th Street SE Owatonna, MN 55060 | 507-475-1985 |
| Northstar Hardwoods, Inc | 1087 State Highway 6 Northeast Outing, MN 56662 | 218-792-5501 |
| Paul's Fireplace Wood Inc. | 17502 Heron Road Little Falls, MN 56345 | 800-FIREWOOD or 320-632-3352 info@firewood.com |
| Price Firewood | 2715 Big Lake Road Cloquet, MN 55720 | 218-879-6137 |
| Pro Cut Firewood | 2660 North Broadway Avenue Rochester, MN 55906 | 507-280-7780 procutfirewood@yahoo.com |
| Stoked Firewood | 5102 South Cant Road Duluth, MN 55804 | 218-380-7213 stoked@stokedfirewood.com |
| Sunset Firewood Company | 3128 Lilac Street Jenkins, MN 56472 | jobewoodproducts@live.com |
| TSL Firewood | 11818 US Highway 169 Milaca, MN 56353 | 320-362-0979 Tsl-services@hotmail.com |
| Wood Chuckers Firewood LLC | 9545 Ahles Road St. Cloud, MN 56301 | 320-267-7029 stubbysfirewood@gmail.com |
Under Minnesota Statute § 239.093, all packaged firewood must include:
- The type of product (e.g., oak firewood, maple kindling)
- The net quantity (weight, measure, or count)
- The name and address of the producer or distributor
- The unit price, if part of a lot of varying package sizes
- The harvest location by county and state
For bulk firewood sales (Minn. Stat. § 239.092), a delivery ticket must also include:
- Name and address of the seller
- Delivery date
- Quantity delivered
- Harvest location (county and state)
- Description of the wood (e.g., species, quality)
If a conflict arises between labeling laws and Department of Agriculture rules, Department of Agriculture rules apply.
Firewood that originates in a federally quarantined area must be labeled with a stamp, sticker, or permit that includes the federal shield to be moved across state lines.
What the Federal Shield Means:
- Indicates that the firewood has been certified by regulatory officials.
- Confirms the wood has been treated or handled to reduce the risk of spreading regulated pests.
- Applies to interstate movement of regulated articles such as firewood, logs, and nursery stock.
Tip: Learn to recognize the federal shield so you can identify properly certified firewood.
Certified Firewood FAQs
The safest choice is always local firewood from within Minnesota. Even if firewood has a federal shield, it is not lower-risk than certified Minnesota firewood.
To protect Minnesota’s forests and comply with regulations:
- Buy firewood where you burn it
- Look for the MDA certification
- Avoid out-of-state wood whenever possible
Have questions about firewood rules, invasive species, or labeling? Use the contacts below to reach the right agency:
Questions about invasive species & firewood regulations:
Minnesota Department of Agriculture - Plant Protection Division
Report a Pest: 888-545-6684
reportapest@state.mn.us
Questions about firewood on state lands:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
Metro: 651-296-6157
Greater Minnesota: 888-646-6367
info.dnr@state.mn.us
Questions about labeling requirements:
Minnesota Department of Commerce – Weights & Measures Division
651-215-5821
weights.measures@state.mn.us
