Ecosystem Services
The United Nations led a four-year assessment of the status and trends of the world’s ecosystems. This Millennium Assessment groups ecosystems services into four broad categories: Provisioning Services: The production…
“We follow in the footsteps of great aviators…”: GFC Air Ops Unit in History
…compels us to look up when we hear engine noise overhead. That spirit is alive in GFC aviation and is part of what drives my passion for our work. In…
COGONGRASS: IF YOU SEE IT, REPORT IT!
…introduction (warehouses and rail lines). Another part of our early detection program that gets ramped up each spring is our Cogongrass Eradication Program. Cogongrass is one of the world’s worst…
GFC and COVID-19 – 5/27/20 Update
…the land does not abide by society’s rules. Work needs to be done, and you have been extremely patient in working with GFC to move forward. Thank you. Here is…
Firewise USA® Program
…for your home and your community. List of Firewise Communities in Georgia Argyle Clinch County Argyle Asheland Cove Towns County Young Harris Autumn Ridge at the Creek Towns County Hiawassee…
Hurricane Cleanup Deadlines at Hand
…is June 30 for anyone with an FDMP contract to complete their authorized work,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Director Chuck Williams. “We expect a last-minute rush of completions and are…
Community Forestry Friend Program Application
The Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC) is rewarding communities and campuses implementing
exemplary urban forestry programs with a Community Forestry Friend social media badge. Earning
the badge means your community manages its trees with the best urban and community forestry
practices, partners and professionalism. Download application to apply for the Community Forestry Friend program.
Pine Straw Producers Directory
…SC29209 Phone 8436728949 Fax: mattplyler1973@gmail.com Premium Pineneedles LLC Reece Holley Pageland, SC29728 Phone 843-680-0778 Fax: 843-672-7901 jrh5186@yahoo.com Premium Pineneedles LLC Reece Holley Baxley, GA31513 Phone 843-680-0778 Fax: 843-672-7901 jrh5186@yahoo.com Putnal’s…
State Celebrates Trees’ Value in February for Georgia Arbor Day
…throughout February in communities statewide. “The Georgia Forestry Commission is proud to partner with local tree boards and organizations that plan to get trees in the ground this month,” said…
Christmas Tree Vendor Directory
…2PM-6PM Sat: 10AM-6PM Sun: 2PM-6PM Worthington Tree Farm Earl & Esther Worthington 145 Twin Oaks Drive Hampton, GA, 30228 Phone: 770-568-4931 County: Henry I-75 Exit 221, go west 5 miles…