New Report Shows Continued Growth for Forestry in Georgia
…ranking forestry number one in compensation among all Georgia industries.” The impact values of urban and community forestry are separate values from the impact of the traditional forest industry, which…
Dreaming of a Green Christmas? Start by Recycling Your Tree
…Company, and Burpee Seed Company, communities have the drop-off locations, media promotion, and chipping services they need to be successful. The Georgia Forestry Commission even provides complimentary tree seedlings for…
Virtual Meeting Brings Together Prescribed Fire Proponents
…our communities.” Georgia Forestry Commission Acting Director Gary White will open the meeting with an update on “The State of Fire in Georgia.” Recent air quality episodes will be discussed…
Leaf Watch Report for November 11th, 2021
…as many species are at or surpassing peak. Overall color intensity will likely decrease in the coming week as leaves continue to drop. Species specifics: Dogwood – fading to maroon…
Leaf Watch Report for October 12, 2022
…these species comprise a small percentage of forest composition outside low-lying areas. However, with the expected precipitation for Wednesday/Thursday, we should see enough rain to take the stress off the…
Leaf Watch Report for October 20th, 2022
…approximately 80% above 3000 feet and 50% below 3000 feet. Tuesday brought abnormally chilly and gusty conditions, bringing down a decent number of leaves. We anticipate widespread frosty and freezing…
Teacher Conservation Workshop gets an A+
…conscious about their decisions than I ever would’ve expected. The folks from the Georgia Forestry Commission and the owners of the Gully Branch Tree Farm were the highlights of one…
Plan Now, Dodge Bullets Later!
…Certified Arborist to prune trees to reduce wind and weight loading. Do not park vehicles on tree roots, which could result in compaction and root zone decay. Do not try…
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…
CONCERNING SOUTHERN PINE BEETLE OUTLOOK FOR 2024
…trees as their primary habitat. Known as “the most destructive pest in the Southeast,” SPB has killed about $300 million worth of pine trees over the past five decades in…
