Georgia is the #1 forestry state in the nation.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MARCH 18, 2024 Georgia forest landowners facing decisions about what to plant where, how to deal with insect invasions, and ways to save money while supporting the … Continue Reading →

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MARCH 6, 2024 For the 13th consecutive year, a Georgia Tech study shows an increase in revenue generated by Georgia’s forest industry. According to a new report … Continue Reading →

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FEBRUARY 12, 2024 Homeowners, tree advocates, and volunteers will be busy shoveling dirt and planting trees this month in celebration of Georgia Arbor Day. To take advantage … Continue Reading →

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FEBRUARY 1, 2024 Georgia is marking the importance of “good fire” during Prescribed Fire Awareness Week, February 5-11, 2024, as declared by Georgia Governor Brian Kemp. Prescribed … Continue Reading →

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JANUARY 25, 2024 A South Georgia forest landowner has been awarded one of the nation’s highest honors for her commitment to the sustainable management of trees. Heather … Continue Reading →

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JANUARY 10, 2024 More than $6 million in grant funding is being distributed to groups across Georgia for the planting and care of trees. The Trees Across … Continue Reading →

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DECEMBER 11, 2023 The Georgia Forestry Commission has promoted Dublin resident Michael Torbett to the position of Forest Health Coordinator. As part of the Forest Management leadership … Continue Reading →

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DECEMBER 11, 2023 The Georgia Forestry Commission has promoted Carrollton resident Ryan Phillips to the position of Associate Chief of Forest Management. As part of the agency’s … Continue Reading →

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DECEMBER 7, 2023 The Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC) has named five employees to its new team of Region Managers, who will lead the agency’s efforts to serve … Continue Reading →