Georgia 2022 SPB Prediction Trapping Results
The Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC) participates annually in the southern pine beetle (SPB) prediction trapping program. The southern pine beetle is the most destructive forest pest in the southeastern states. Survey results are documented in an annual report so that activity and damage levels can be anticipated and mitigated.
Making your Home more Energy Efficient – by Planting Trees
…March. Here’s what to look for. Determine where the sun rises and sets with respect to your home’s location. Figure out which areas (windows, walls, doors, air conditioning units or…
Teacher Conservation Workshop gets an A+
…representatives walked us through the grafting process, and we were all able to graft two pine trees together. The most interesting part was how they’re able to create stronger, more…
Tree Seedlings
…Byromville. To place an order you may visit our online store! . NOTE: The shipping address you provide is for our records. Orders are shipped to the GFC County Unit…
Wildfire Prevention
…has a staff meteorologist and provides online assistance with fire weather forecasts and fire safety information. Debris burning is Georgia’s #1 cause of wildfire. Debris burning accounts for over 50…
Community Wildfire Protection Plan
…officials and their responsibilities CWPPs are designed through collaboration with all local stakeholders. Planning enables communities to address their development patterns in the wildland urban interface (WUI) and determine how…
Doing Business in Georgia
…and 54 Education Georgia’s university system is the 4th largest in the country, including: 13 state universities four research universities seven state colleges two regional universities nine two-year universities an…
Prescribed Burn
…Fine Fuel Moisture Table A close estimate of the fine dead fuel moisture (FDFM) on your burn unit any time a FDFM reading is desired PDF Fire Weather Forecast Current…
Connect With Nature
…& Historic Sites have cabins and campsites available to rent. Check Out Their Online Guide Explore America the Beautiful and Georgia National Parks! From national seashores to historic battlefields and…
Carefully Planned “Good Fires” Prevent Bad Ones
…Jewett. “Whether restoring Table Mountain Pine in the mountains, or Shortleaf and Longleaf pine forests in the piedmont, these partners provide important help in meeting our goal to apply prescribed…
