Georgia Forestry Commission Director Named by Governor Kemp
Governor Brian Kemp has appointed Georgia forestry veteran Timothy M. Lowrimore to serve as state forester and director of the Georgia Forestry Commission. Following a swearing-in ceremony on December 21…
Student Resources
…Commission documents all known cogongrass infestations.Invasive Species: Any plant or animal that has been introduced and aggressively competes with and displaces local native communities; normally having no native enemies to…
Social & Cultural
…outdoor spaces with natural landscapes than in comparable plant-less spaces. Individuals and groups within communities with strong social cohesion and social capital experience many positive benefits. Helpful Resources Review studies,…
Forest Health
…beetle/Laurel Wilt disease. Common concerns include: Diseases (and Helpful Resources) Details about tree diseases common to Georgia: Heterobasidion Root Disease (formerly Annosum Root Disease) – Many Georgia landowners with property…
Taxes & Estate Planning
…and measured also qualifies for capital gains treatment under the provisions of Section 631 of the Internal Revenue Code and are commonly referred to as pay-as-you-cut or unit price sales….
Pine Bark Beetles
…between the species, all Ips beetles are similar in appearance and are easily distinguished from other bark beetles. The rear end of their abdomens is scooped out and spined (four…
Healthy Forests Reserve Program (HFRP)
Eligibility Must be private land or Tribal land which will restore, enhance or measurably increase the likelihood of recovery of a threatened or endangered species, improve biological diversity and increase…
Leaf Watch Report October 7th, 2021
…compared to areas below 3000 feet. Suggested scenic drive: From I-75 take Hwy 136 to the top of Lookout Mountain. Turn right onto Hwy 189 (or continue on 136 and…
Leaf Watch Report October 13th, 2021
…schedule compared to the previous year. Species highlights: Sourwood – mostly green but showing hints of red in higher elevation Sassafras – fading to yellow with hints of red Sweetgum…
Leaf Watch Report October 20th, 2021
…have combined to give the look and feel of fall for Northeast Georgia. While the birches, poplars, and sycamores have all but completed their fall showing, other species like dogwood,…
