Forest Industry Continues to Boost Georgia’s Economy
A new report shows Georgia’s forest industry continues to deliver strong results for the state’s economy. According to a Georgia Forestry Commission report provided by the Georgia Institute of Technology’s…
How Foresters, Loggers, Forest Owners and the Forest Industry Became Champions for Clean Water
…to evolve over time based on new research, technology, operations and monitoring data. A 2013 survey of state forestry agencies indicated that, over the last ten years, 36 states had…
Forests Continue to Grow Georgia’s Economy
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JANUARY 14, 2022 Atlanta, GA – For the tenth consecutive year, revenue generated by Georgia’s forest industry has taken a jump. According to a new Georgia Tech…
Christmas Tree Vendor Directory
…Christmas Tree Farm Dennis Bottoms 20 Madison Newman Road Tallapoosa, GA, 30176 Phone: 770-889-5235 County: Haralson From Tallapoosa, go north on Hwy. 100; turn left onto Steadman Road. Go 5…
Forest Certification Programs
…There are several benefits to pursing certification, including: Some Georgia forest product companies show a preference for purchasing certified timber. Regions with more certified forestland attract new industries that require…
Water Quality & BMPs
…in an environmentally sensitive manner. We appreciate your patience! Our new links to these modules will be available soon. Forest Roads – information needed for proper planning, constructing, using and…
Forest Certification
There are several benefits to pursing certification, including: Some Georgia forest product companies show a preference for purchasing certified timber. Regions with more certified forestland attract new industries that require…
Community Forestry Assistance
…space due to excessive requirements (for parking, streets, and other codes) that take away open space? What new codes, standards, and practices will make our city less paved and greener…
Storm Mitigation Planning
…when the time comes. New opportunities for economic and environmental use of woody debris may also be available. Helpful Resources Find sample emergency response plans, Do’s & Don’ts on managing…
Tree Ordinances
…by a tree board or department. How to develop new tree ordinances or revise existing ones. Get started: download GFC Tree Ordinance Development Guidebook. This guide was designed to assist…
