GFC’s Stance on Burning during the COVID-19 Pandemic (4/9/2020)
…be made independently, hopefully based on consistent and uniform science and concern for public health. Prescribed fire is a valuable forestry management tool; we are grateful for the support it…
Georgia Burn Ban Begins May 1
…the summer months, when increases in ground level ozone may create health risks. For seven counties that are normally included in the summer burn ban, restrictions will be activated on…
GA Forestry Report: April Tornadoes Cause $3 Million+ In Damages
…and reforestation. Timber damage in storms rated EF-1 or lower was mostly light, and with minor clean-up, the stands will recover naturally,” Williams said. According to the report, the four…
GFC and COVID-19: 5/21/20 Update
…by employees who are teleworking. Offices have been continually staffed by one person who is providing assistance and logging service requests. County-specific questions – may be directed here: https://gatrees.org/about/county-contacts/. County…
GFC Seedling Sales Open!
…sell out early, however, so it’s wise to get a jump start now. Once again, the Georgia Forestry Commission is offering genetically improved loblolly, slash and shortleaf pine seedlings. If…
Asian Longhorned Beetle
…originally from China and the Korean peninsula and has previously been found in five other states (Illinois, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, and Ohio). Populations in Illinois and New Jersey…
GFC Seeking Director/State Forester
…and successfully communicate a vision of leadership in establishing and maintaining a successful top level forestry organization; Ability to work effectively with legislative and executive branches of state government; Demonstrated…
Planting Container Trees
Containerized trees may come in many different sizes but and are usually available in 1,3,5,7 10 or 15 gallon-sized containers. Ideally, the size diameter of the container should be 8-10 inches for every inch of trunk diameter measured at 6” above the ground.
GFC Leaf Watch: October 16, 2020
…and sassafras are continually shifting from green to yellow, increasing variety to overlooks as time progresses. Oaks are beginning to fade to brown with small hints of yellow. Dogwoods have…
GFC Leaf Watch: November 5, 2020 (final leaf watch post)
…our existing fall color. Upper elevation ridges and roadsides were stripped of color, however, there are still a significant number of trees that normally would be turning later that did…
