Leaf Watch Report for November 11th, 2021
…growing season plays a big role in the vibrancy of fall leaf color. Also important to consider is the “senescence” process which is critical in the tree preparing and allocating…
Georgia’s Conservation Woodland Program
…be found on your property, along with contact information for your local Georgia Forestry Commission, Natural Resource and Conservation Service, Farm Service Agency, and Department of Natural Resource offices. Lastly,…
Prescribed Burn Time in Georgia
…that contain specialized equipment to help improve the efficiency and safety of your next prescribed burn. These burn trailers are housed in Marion and Talbot Counties but are available to…
Georgia Forestry Commission Names Athens Resident ‘Forester of the Year’
…GFC forester who exemplifies the agency’s mission to provide leadership, service, and education in the protection and conservation of Georgia’s forest resources. “It gives us great pleasure to recognize Jeff…
“The Best Time to Plant a Tree was Yesterday.”
…municipality, and a state agency. Last week for Arbor Day, Plant Newnan donated 100 trees and established three plantings alongside the new multi-use path called the LINC. The GFC was…
GFC Launches Certified Burners’ Online Permit System
…to the regional level, where set standards are required. The Georgia EPD provided support for the Environmental Protection Agency grant that made the creation of the GFC online system possible….
Local Forestry Employees Earn 2021 Performance Award
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MARCH 3, 2022 Georgia Forestry Commission GFC) employees working throughout Early and Miller Counties have been awarded the agency’s “South Zone County of the Year” award. The…
Local Forestry Employees Earn 2021 Performance Award
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MARCH 3, 2022 Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC) employees working throughout Dawson, Forsyth, Lumpkin, Gilmer, and Pickens Counties have been awarded the agency’s “North Zone County of the…
Fire Danger Rising – Public’s Help Needed
…gets out of control.” For more information about fire protection provided by the Georgia Forestry Commission, fire safety tips, and other services of the agency, visit GaTrees.org. # # #…
Forest Water Quality Team Honored for Outstanding Achievements
…monitoring water resources near forestry operations has earned the agency’s 2021 Forest Management Team of the Year award. “It is especially fitting for the GFC’s Water Quality Program to be…
