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Trees give oxygen, absorb carbon dioxide and trap lung-damaging dust, ash, pollen and smoke. They prevent soil erosion, provide shade and reduce temperatures in urban areas. Around homes, trees increase…
Prescribed Burn
A prescribed burn plan is important for a safe and successful prescribed burn. A written burn plan includes the prescription for the stand and outlines the objectives for the burn….
Forest Utilization
…of roundwood, all primary wood-using industries in a state are surveyed bi-annually. Primary wood-using industries include pulp mills, sawmills, veneer mills, composite panel mills (osb), and other industrial products mills….
Caring for Trees in Summer
Keeping trees healthy is a year ’round responsibility. Whether your focus is on the back yard or the “back 40,” the Georgia Forestry Commission has a wealth of resources to…
GFC Centennial
…Commission (GFC). 1922 – Present In its report to the 1922 General Assembly, the Board focused on the economic importance of forests to Georgia and potential threats posed by a…
Leaf Watch Report for November 11th, 2021
…species-specific in cases such as beech and hickory). As temps continue to drop, especially cool nights with sunny days, we are starting to see more red coloration coming into the…
Georgia Marks National Forest Products Week October 17-23
…and wood for millions of uses? Forests, of course! October 17-23, 2022, is National Forest Products Week and the Georgia Forestry Commission is joining the US Forest Service and people…
Building Healthy Forests for Birds
…About Birds Georgia: Birds Georgia is building places where birds and people thrive. We create bird-friendly communities through conservation, education, and community engagement. Founded in 1926 as the Atlanta Bird…
3. Community Tree Planting and Establishment Guidelines
This Document is intended to aid homeowners and local government staff in planting and directing the establishment and maintenance of community trees.
Recommended Community Tree Ordinance Tree Conservation Standards
Download guide for recommended conservation standards, tree care and maintenance practices, recommendations for utility corridors, tree Selection and planting standards, design standards for trees plus more.
