Ips Engraver Beetle Outbreak Update (2017)
Ips engraver beetles continue to heavily infest drought-stressed trees in northern and central Georgia.
Ips Engraver Beetle Outbreak (2016)
Ips engraver beetles continue to heavily infest drought-stressed trees in northern and central Georgia.
Storm Damage and Forest Health Issues in Streamside Management Zones
Forestry BMP Requirements for Streamside Management Zones can be temporarily suspended for certain
catastrophic situations that have already or will threaten the forest canopy within an SMZ.
Pine Bark Beetles in Georgia
…another in important ways, so it is important to determine what species of bark beetles are primarily involved in an infestation before choosing a control strategy. For all of these…
Laurel Wilt Disease Associated with Redbay Ambrosia Beetle
…family (Lauraceae). It is caused by the fungus Harringtonia lauricola and vectored by the redbay ambrosia beetle, Xyleborus glabratus, apparently introduced from Asia in solid wood packing material into the…
GFC and COVID-19
…have temporarily altered the way we’re working, fulfilling our mission to you and the state of Georgia remains unchanged. Our primary concern is for the safety of our customers and…
GFC and COVID-19 – 5/27/20 Update
…closed to the public but are staffed by one person daily who answers calls and issues burn permits. New protocols for accepting visitors and meeting with you in person are…
GFC’s Stance on Respect and Discrimination
…we believe are appropriate given the facts and circumstances. The GFC family stands firmly on a foundation of inclusiveness and respect for all people at all times. The suggestion or…
Georgia Census 2020
…services. That directly impacts our hospitals, schools, highways, fire departments and much, much more. It will affect your family. It will affect your life. If you’ve worried that the process…
North Georgia Outdoor Burn Ban Ends September 30
…show reasonable fire prevention precautions were not taken. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SEPTEMBER 24, 2020 Georgia’s annual ban on outdoor burning will end September 30 in 54 counties, primarily in the…
