Georgia Forestry Commission Director Named by Governor Kemp
…public affairs manager for Interfor, one of the largest lumber producers in the world. There, he worked with all levels of government regulatory agencies and community and economic development officials…
Meet GFC’s Director: Tim Lowrimore
…to serve as State Forester and Director of the Georgia Forestry Commission. Thank you also to the GFC employees who served during the search process, and to all of the…
New Report Shows Continued Growth for Forestry in Georgia
…includes all service and manufacturing activity related to the growth, harvesting and use of forest materials in Georgia. In 2019, urban and community forestry companies created and supported more than…
GFC Centennial
…lack of conversation practices. The report also showed declining timber harvests, the waning naval stores industry, increasing soil erosion, and rising state unemployment from forest depletion. One hundred years have…
North Georgia Burn Ban Helps Boost Air Quality
…said Georgia Forestry Commission Protection Chief Frank Sorrells. “By limiting outdoor burning, fewer chemicals and particle pollutants are released into the air.” The burn ban is in effect until September…
Pine Bark Beetles
…white to yellow in color. However, Ips pitch tubes can also take on an orange-pinkish color. Though generally, a little smaller, SPB pitch tubes look like popped popcorn in color…
Southern Pine Beetles
…cost share program helps landowners implement various forestry practices that promote tree health, thus preventing beetle infestations. The program also assists landowners with the restoration of areas killed by SPB….
Crawford County Man Pleads Guilty to Setting Wildfires
…the invaluable assistance provided by the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office and the Crawford County Fire Department during the Investigation. Georgians can be proud of the way these professionals work together…
Huber “Trees for Georgia” Program
…The application must be signed by the landowner. The list of applicants will be compiled and randomly selected if necessary. Final approvals will be announced by August 11, 2023. Approved…
Georgia ReLeaf Grant Program
…advance the mission of Justice40, proposals should deliver the benefits of IRA investments through established partnerships with local organizations working to support disadvantaged communities experiencing low tree canopy and environmental…
