…several oak varieties and many ornamental, fruit and flowering species. A special “pollinator pack” is popular for its bee-friendly qualities. View the GFC Seedling Brochure 2024-25. Seedling Availability Seedling sales…

GFC investigators are specially trained to conduct investigations of forestry related crimes. Timber security laws have been amended and updated over time, and in 2014, GFC investigators were authorized by…

…or reduce water pollution during forestry operations. These practices are regionally-specific and science-based. BMPs protect water quality (including water temperature) and are updated regularly with input from various stakeholders. GFC…

…of exotic species and non-stocked stands (previously forested land that has yet to be replanted or produce substantial natural vegetation). PDF American Carbon Registry The American Carbon Registry (ACR), a…

Firebreaks are areas that are cleaned of fuels and reduced to mineral soil. They are created by using special equipment and hand tools to form trenches or harrows. GFC recommends…

…to the existing forest industry and prospective industries in sustainable utilization of Georgia’s renewable forest resources. FIA Data includes: species composition and diversity live wood and biomass volumes wood growth…

…burn permit laws, GFC employs law enforcement investigators. These investigators have extensive, specialized training in fire investigation. See Something, Say Something To report criminal forestry activity, timber theft or arson…

…and species of each tree in your yard changes to its structure over time, such as small or discolored leaves, premature leaf loss and the presence of mushrooms or fungus…