Biomass Suppliers Directory

GFC provides this Forest Biomass Suppliers directory to offer information on potential synergies that might be developed with local forest industry businesses and landowners….

The Wise Way to Guard Against Fire

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…burn that is feeding off the forest floor deadfall of leaves and tree debris, the mitigation efforts taken in advance to establish a “defensible space” around a home does offer…

Ordering Tree Seedlings

GFC offers a wide variety of pine and hardwood seedlings. We cater to small, private, non-industrial landowners and we serve thousands of customers in that capacity. Seedlings are available in small or large quantities and we offer varieties suitable for all environments in Georgia.

North Georgia Fire Linked to Arson

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NOVEMBER 6, 2023 A reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of an arsonist in northwest Georgia, where wildfires have been on…

Burn Permits and Notifications

…to burn hand-piled natural vegetation/yard debris. Any local burning ordinances are applicable and may be more restrictive than state law. In addition, restrictions on burning in 54 northern Georgia counties…

Timber Sales & Harvest Advice

…the following: volume of timber you have for sale area of sale age of timber for sale tax implications of conducting a timber sale (state ad valorem, state income and…

GFC Centennial

…to form the Southern Forestry Congress at a meeting in Atlanta. Desire for forest protection led to the establishment of state forestry departments in every southern state. As a result,…

Wildfire Prevention

…percent of all wildfires in the state. Debris burning is categorized into different types: Yard leaf piles – the most common cause of wildfires Agricultural Forestry site preparation Construction land…

Prescribed Burn

…plan can also be prepared by any certified prescribed burner in the State of Georgia. A proper plan covers all aspects of prescribed burning such as: weather factors smoke management…