Pine Bark Beetles in Georgia
…another in important ways, so it is important to determine what species of bark beetles are primarily involved in an infestation before choosing a control strategy. For all of these…
GFC and COVID-19
…any regular services provided by the Georgia Forestry Commission. *We will continue to monitor and adjust to the status of COVID-19 at local, state and federal levels to determine how…
2020 Cogongrass in Georgia Winter Update
There were 95 new detections in 2019, bringing the number of known cogongrass spots in the state to 1351, scattered across 65
counties.
2020 Cogongrass in Georgia – Spring Update
Twenty three new detections have been confirmed from January 1, 2020 through March 10, 2020 in Georgia, bringing the statewide cumulative total to 1,374 cogongrass spots.
Forestry Considered Critical Workforce Under “Shelter in Place” Executive Order
…to combat the spread of COVID-19 and to keep the American economy moving,” GFA President & CEO Andres Villegas said. To view the Association’s Issue Brief, which includes a detailed…
Howard E. Bennett Museum
…museum houses several unique dioramas built by Georgia Forestry Commission Forester Louie Deaton. Each diorama is intricately constructed and the details are impressive. Dioramas include a logging town, nursery operations,…
GFC and COVID-19: 5/21/20 Update
…to address our reopening issues and plans. Until those plans are determined, our offices will remain closed. We’re still here for you, however, and can serve you via email or…
Get Ready for Summer with Post-Storm Tree Assessments
…storm damage can often be mitigated or minimized through regular assessment and proper treatment. The more obvious and visible forms of storm damage can present as hanging branches, both detached…
2019 Georgia Pine Sawmills Producing Mechanical and Stress Rated Lumber
During a previous survey of the primary wood-using industries in Georgia, the following companies reported to GFC personnel that their listed sawmills used mechanical grading systems. Please note that not all mills responded to this question and there may be other Georgia mills that utilize mechanical lumber grading. Final determination will depend upon individual contact with the mills.
EAB Update (2020)
Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) was first detected in Georgia in 2013 in DeKalb and Fulton Counties and has now been found in 37 counties in Georgia. As of September 2020, there are infestations in 36 states and five Canadian provinces.
