Grant Funding Available for Urban and Community Forestry Management
…been able to offer that provide such tangible results,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Urban & Community Forestry Coordinator Seth Hawkins. “We know that trees shade our homes and businesses, soak…
Forest Agency Strengthens Regional Focus
…landowners across the state. Region Managers will manage all aspects of agency business in their regions and will serve on the GFC’s Executive Leadership Team. The new Region Managers are:…
2022 Economic Factsheet of the Forest Industry in Georgia Factsheet
Economic activity is measured by output, employment, and compensation generated directly by Georgia’s forest industry.
Wildfire Risk Reduction Qualification (WRRQ) in Georgia
…and businesses from the impacts of wildfires. The first step is understanding the difference between “fire” and “wildfire.” In Georgia, the forestry community is working daily to use prescribed fires…
State Celebrates Trees’ Value in February for Georgia Arbor Day
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…
Area Forest Landowners Receiving Top-Rated Service
…community outreach. Among other achievements, they completed numerous building projects, hosted a special delegation of business leaders from Japan, volunteered at the Billy Lancaster Forestry Youth Camp, and served as…
