GFC and COVID-19
…show reasonable fire prevention precautions were not taken. Sa fety. Flexibility. Service. Those are the themes we’re embracing at the Georgia Forestry Commission during this extraordinary time. While COVID-19 directives…
A Closer Look at Stem Quality of Old-Field Planted Longleaf Pines
GFC worked with the University of Georgia on a longleaf pine stem quality study funded by a grant from the US Forest Service. This study was performed with the primary objective of quantifying the sawtimber and pole potential of longleaf pine trees planted in old-fields/pastures/hay fields. More than 200 landowner sites were
inventoried for stocking, condition and form quality.
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,…
GFC Services Handout
Overview document of GFC’s services and Area Contact information
USDA Forest Service Jobs
Forest Service job opportunities through the U.S. Department of Agriculture
U.S. Forest Service – Invasive Insects
Resource information for invasive insects from the U.S. Forest Service
USDA Forest Service – Cooperative Forestry
The Cooperative Forestry unit of the USDA Forest Service works closely with partners to enhance and maintain forests across watersheds and ecosystems, both on private and public land, for the benefits they provide to the American people.
How to Hire a Tree Service
Helpful suggestions for finding a tree service and avoiding many of the pitfalls involved
Forest Stewardship Virtual Field Day Series: Pine Bark Beetles
Episode one of our Forest Stewardship Virtual Field Day Video series. The topic of this video is Pine Bark Beetles.