Burn Permits and Notifications
…office. Drought Notification Email Signup Sign up to get automated email alerts when U.S. Drought Monitor conditions change for your location, or when NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center releases a new…
Cogongrass in Georgia
Click here to view the latest video on Cogongrass! Cogongrass, Imperata cylindrica (L.), is considered the seventh worst weed in the world and is listed as a federal noxious weed…
Caring for your Trees: Proper Watering
Now that spring is here and trees are budding out, it is important to remember to water newly planted trees throughout the growing season. During the establishment phase (2-3 years),…
Certified Burners Early Permit System
Please call your local GFC county office if you need further assistance. New User? Here is how to Request an Account. Looking for a Tutorial? Here is how to Enter…
In the Saddle of Unsung Heroes: Cross-training as a Wildland Firefighter
…team work together and use critical thinking skills to solve the problems presented. As we maneuvered around the terrain, our instructors threw in new challenges, such as spot fires that…
Needlecast in Pines
…to needle browning that looks like scorching left by wildfire. These needles are typically dropped as spring moves on and are replaced by new green needles forming tufts at the…
Defenders of Georgia’s Healthy Forests
…its native country and relocated to a non-native country, it can become an invasive species and wreak havoc on the forested ecosystems of the new country. This is because in…
Forest Health
The Forest Health Program conducts surveys to monitor and detect the presence of insects, diseases, and invasive plants that harm Georgia’s forests. Basically, anything that harms the health of the…
Campaign Shares Health Benefits of Trees
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FEBRUARY 22, 2019 The many health benefits linked to trees are being shared through a new campaign called “Healthy Trees – Healthy Lives.” According to a compilation…
Georgia Wood-Using Industries Directory
…Newington Hwy Sylvania, GA 30467 Sawmill-hardwood & softwood Species: yellow pine, hardwoods Products:pallets, cants By-Products:bark, sawdust Phone: 912-857-5133 Email: Website: Elberta Box & Crate Company Physical Address: 606 Dothan Hwy…
