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    With two out of every three raindrops falling in Georgia landing on forest lands, our forests are one of the most significant factors affecting our water quality and quantity.

    Learn more about the relationship between forests and water quality

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    Because most fires are caused by humans, extreme care must be exercised whenever open burning is conducted. Campfires, escaped debris burning and ignition by hot equipment are just a few of the things that can spark a fire.

    Find out how to prevent wildfires.

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    Georgia is the perfect place to do business in wood. Georgia is the #1 exporter of wood fuel in the world. Our state offers the forest industry excellent logistics.

    Learn how you can do business in Georgia.

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    When we think of trees, we naturally think of wood and timber products. But every part of the tree is useful, from its wood to its saps, extracts, medicinal uses, greenery, and beyond. Some of our favorite food products from Georgia trees!

    Find out the many products that come from Georgia’s trees.

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    Tree care should always be provided by a certified arborist. Arborists are trained in the identification, diagnosis and care of trees. They understand how to provide proper tree care safely. Our certified arborists are here to offer timely, unbiased advice — free of charge.

    Submit your question to a certified arborist.

     

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    Healthy Trees, Healthy Lives!
    As research is being conducted and becoming available, findings reinforce what much of the urban forestry community already knows – that trees have a positive impact on human health.

    Learn more about the benefits of trees

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    According to American Forests, the forests in Atlanta remove about 19 million pounds of air pollutants each year, worth about $47 million a year.

    Learn how trees clean our air, stabilize our weather, keep water flowing properly and much more

Georgia is the #1 forestry state in the nation.

GFC helps protect and conserve Georgia’s plentiful forest resources. We provide leadership, services, and educational resources for landowners, communities, and other agencies. Our headquarters are in Dry Branch, Georgia.

North GA Burn Ban to be Lifted October 1

Posted on September 27, 2022September 27, 2022

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SEPTEMBER 27, 2022 The summer ban on outdoor burning in 54 northern Georgia counties will be lifted on  October 1, 2022. The annual restrictions are imposed by … Continue Reading →

GFC Launches Weekly Fall Foliage Updates

Posted on September 26, 2022

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SEPTEMBER 16, 2022 The fall foliage season in Georgia begins soon and the Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC) is ready with valuable tips for leaf peepers! Beginning on … Continue Reading →

My Experience as an Urban and Community Forestry Intern

Posted on August 31, 2022

Guest Blog by William Knapp GFC Urban and Community Forestry Intern Hello, my name is William Knapp and I got the opportunity to work for the Georgia Forestry Commission this … Continue Reading →

GFC Tracking Palmetto Berry Thieves

Posted on August 26, 2022

Blog by Stasia Kelly | Our Media Relations Specialist Landowners in 14 southeast Georgia counties have been seeking help from law enforcement as the theft of saw palmetto berries increases. … Continue Reading →

My Three-Month Internship with the GFC

Posted on August 17, 2022August 18, 2022

Guest Blog by Loic Harousseau Forester Intern My name is Loic Harousseau, and I am a senior at Auburn University pursuing a degree in forestry. I am originally from New … Continue Reading →

Berrien County Woods Arson Suspect Jailed

Posted on August 16, 2022August 16, 2022

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE AUGUST 16, 2022 A Berrien County man is in jail without bond following his arrest on numerous charges of woods arson and endangering human life. Christopher Michael … Continue Reading →

My Internship Experience Working with GFC State Lands

Posted on August 15, 2022

Guest Blog by Jason Rucker UAS Flight Ops Intern My name is Robert “Jason” Rucker, and this summer, I was an intern with the Georgia Forestry Commission’s State Lands Department. … Continue Reading →

Forestry Intern’s Experience at GFC

Posted on August 9, 2022August 9, 2022

Guest Blog by Colin Kane Clemson University Student My name is Colin Kane, and I am working towards my Forest Resource Management degree at Clemson University. This summer, I interned … Continue Reading →

Making your Home more Energy Efficient – by Planting Trees

Posted on August 3, 2022August 30, 2022

GFC Blog:   by Media Relations Specialist Stasia Kelly It’s summertime in Georgia…do you know where your energy dollars are going? Chances are, the cost of cooling your home has risen, … Continue Reading →

Seedling Webstore is Open for Business!

Posted on July 7, 2022July 18, 2022

GFC Guest Blog:   Seedling Sales by Reforestation Chief Jeff Fields Georgia Forestry Commission seedling sales began on July 1 and orders are coming in at a rapid pace. If you … Continue Reading →

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Media Inquiries

The Communications Department serves as GFC’s contact for media inquiries. The department directs the agency’s media relations including preparation of press conferences, press releases and advisories, annual reports, newsletters and other GFC publications.

Wendy Burnett
Public Relations Director
(478) 365-6233
wburnett@gfc.state.ga.us

Prescribed Fire Advisories

With proper permitting, prescribed burns are a common occurrence across the state. In some cases, we provide notices for burns that may be larger in scope or in proximity to public spaces. This information is updated regularly.

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