Doing Business in Georgia
…and compensation generated directly by Georgia’s forest industry. PDF 2022 Economic Benefits of the Forestry Industry in Georgia Georgia’s forest industry has many components, which interact with all other sectors…
New Online Tool Tracks Georgia Wildfire Activity
* Georgia law no longer requires notification to the Georgia Forestry Commission by people planning to burn yard debris. Charges may apply if wildfire results from escaped burning and evidence…
Outstanding Employees Honored at Georgia Forestry Commission
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE APRIL 26, 2021 The Georgia Forestry Commission has na med the State Lands Timber Sales group its 2020 Forest Management Team of the Year. Timber Sales is…
Georgia Arbor Day
…USA, hold a reception to honor this accomplishment. If not, work with your city or Georgia Forestry Commission forester to make your community a Tree City USA. Honor the good…
Forests & Water: A Critical Combination
Forests & Water: A Critical Combination By Scott Thackston, GFC Water Quality Program Coordinator At the Georgia Forestry Commission, we’re proud to share the countless benefits that forests supply. Not…
Georgia Celebrates Trees this Month
…Director Tim Lowrimore. “This is a great opportunity for communities to come together and support the many benefits trees deliver, including storm water uptake, cooling shade, homes for wildlife, and…
Green Infrastructure Resources
…Proactive Green Infrastructure Provides to a Community protects critical habitats and dwindling water resources, sustaining forest resources, and allowing natural systems to remain functional. This, in turn, can communities millions…
Special Team Dispatched to Spread Fire Safety Alerts
* Georgia law no longer requires notification to the Georgia Forestry Commission by people planning to burn yard debris. Charges may apply if wildfire results from escaped burning and evidence…
Law Enforcement Warns About Fake Burn Permitting Scam
* Georgia law no longer requires notification to the Georgia Forestry Commission by people planning to burn yard debris. Charges may apply if wildfire results from escaped burning and evidence…
North Georgia Burn Ban Helps Boost Air Quality
* Georgia law no longer requires notification to the Georgia Forestry Commission by people planning to burn yard debris. Charges may apply if wildfire results from escaped burning and evidence…
