Forest Certification Programs
…There are several benefits to pursing certification, including: Some Georgia forest product companies show a preference for purchasing certified timber. Regions with more certified forestland attract new industries that require…
Forest Certification
There are several benefits to pursing certification, including: Some Georgia forest product companies show a preference for purchasing certified timber. Regions with more certified forestland attract new industries that require…
GFC Seeking Director/State Forester
…impact millions of people and one amazing natural resource. Does that describe someone you know? Does that describe you? Candidates for this position should possess the following: Ability to develop…
Prescribed Fire Advisories
Search by Date, County or Contact Name April 6, 2024 Coweta, Meriwether, Pike Scott Berta (770) 313-7299 April 5, 2024 Habersham, Rabun William Dale 706-754-2354 March 14, 2024 Chattooga, Floyd,…
2022 Economic Benefits of the Forestry Industry in Georgia
Georgia’s forest industry has many components, which interact with all other sectors of the economy in complex ways. The purposes of this analysis are to: (1) quantify the level of economic activity conducted by the components of the forest industry, (2) estimate economic activity supported in all Georgia sectors by the industry’s activities, (3) compare the level of activity in the forest industry with other industries, and (4) quantify the economic activity of forest industry sectors within each of the 12 regional commissions in Georgia.
Georgia Forestry Commission Responds to Southern Wildfire Emergency
…the National Incident Management Situation Report, a synopsis of wildland fire and all-hazard activity across the country, the West has historically experienced the most critical fire activity during summer. “The…
CONCERNING SOUTHERN PINE BEETLE OUTLOOK FOR 2024
…Georgia alone. The impact of SPB on pine forests statewide can vary from year-to-year, so the Georgia Forestry Commission has a program in place to monitor conditions and predict the…
Management Plans & Advice
…records and keep track of activities on your property. Communicate with others who use the property or who may be caring for it in the future. Creating a forest management…
Pre-Suppression Firebreaks
…per the hour meter on the tractor All pre-suppression firebreak plowing will be completed in accordance with Forestry Best Management Practices. To schedule plowing services, contact your local GFC office….
Community Wildfire Protection Plan
…are updated approximately every five years in conjunction with the county Hazard Mitigation Plan. To find out if your community has a CWPP or to get one initiated, contact your…
