Think Trees for the Holidays

…hiking and many types of outdoor recreation. Everyday products for our lives, such as paper and lumber. Plus, live trees are recyclable, and it’s easier than ever now to find…

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We provide leadership, service, and education to protect and conserve Georgia’s forest resources….

Forest Industry

…plantation acres, total timberland acreage and privately-owned timberland acreage than any other state in the US is home to the largest hardwood sawmill in the US and the largest recycled…

Urban & Community Forestry

…technical assistance to cities, counties, elementary schools, college campuses, homeowners and nonprofit organizations. Assisting communities in forming tree boards, developing tree ordinances, and earning recognition for their efforts and celebrating…

Timber Security

…House Bill 790 to enforce any law relating to the protection, security, conservation, or sale of forest/timber resources. GFC receives and evaluates complaints concerning timber transactions. Investigators are assigned to…

Forest Biomass

…and attributes should be recognized when growing and harvesting forests for any product. Biomass Supply GFC cooperates with the U.S. Forest Service in conducting forest inventories through the Forest Inventory…

Invasive Plant Control Program

…participation. Become part of the solution to rid the state of invasive plants. Participants receive a rate of $60 per acre for areas treated. To apply, please contact your local…

Pre-Suppression Firebreaks

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…

Timber Products

…the most common species used for firewood. In urban areas, firewood is more for recreational or decorative uses versus as a practical means of heating. Demand for firewood is seasonal….

Georgia Grown

GFC is a Georgia Grown partner. This marketing and economic development program was developed in 2011 by the Georgia Department of Agriculture. The No. 1 goal of Georgia Grown is…