Burn Permits and Notifications
…PDF Debris Burning Safe Practices – Español Mejores prácticas para evitar lesiones y daños al quemar PDF EPA Office of Air and Radiation Information for the Office of Air and…
Pre-Suppression Firebreaks
…firebreaks be two times the width of the expected height of the flames. GFC provides the service of plowing pre-suppression firebreaks to landowners. Plowing is scheduled on a first come,…
Timber Products
Here are some interesting facts about some of the many products that come from Georgia’s trees: Timber Products Pulpwood for paper, saw timber lumber, poles, and veneer logs are valuable…
Conservation Reserve Program (CRP)
…a set period of time Continuous signups are not competitive and applications are accepted at any time To apply: contact the Farm Service Agency at your local USDA Service Center…
Smokey Bear
…does not play games, race, dance, etc. Smokey Bear must have a uniformed escort from either the Georgia Forestry Commission or the U.S. Forest Service. All speaking presentations are given…
Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP)
…& commercial thinning, road stabilization and wildlife management practices. Pay Rate Landowners receive a pay rate based on 75% of the cost of installing the practice. Historically, underserved farmers may…
Local Forest Ranger Receives Fire Prevention Award
…Forest Service is an outstanding achievement for Anthony and for our agency,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Director Tim Lowrimore. “Anthony is known for his collaborative work with all of our…
Georgia Forestry Commission hosts a Fall Huddle with Leadership and Partners
…externally. Jay McSwain, who serves as the Atlanta Braves Chaplain, talked with the GFC team about building trust, refocusing commitment to service, and the principles of an organization. President and…
