2009 New Mexico Statutes
Chapter 68 - Timber.
Article 2 - Forest Conservation
Section 68-2-3 - State forester; compensation; seal; qualifications.

68-2-3. State forester; compensation; seal; qualifications.

A.     The director of the forestry division of the energy, minerals and natural resources department is the "state forester" and shall be paid a salary, set by the secretary of energy, minerals and natural resources, to be paid from the forest conservation fund. The division shall adopt a seal and such seal affixed to any paper signed by the state forester shall be prima facie evidence of the due execution thereof.   

B.     No individual may be appointed as the state forester unless he is, by reason of scientific education and experience, knowledgeable in the principles of forest management.   

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