SGSF Forest Certification Report
The Southern Group of State Foresters created an overview document about recommendations for actions with regard to Forest Certification.
Distribution and Spread of Laurel Wilt Disease in Georgia (2006-08)
Survey and Field Observations – Laurel wilt is a disease of woody plants in the laurel family (Lauraceae). Hundreds of millions of redbay (Persea borbonia) trees have been killed by laurel wilt in the southeastern Atlantic Coastal Plain region of the United States.
Cogongrass.org
Comprehensive information on cogongrass in Georgia along with links to other southeastern state efforts on cogongrass
Carefully Planned “Good Fires” Prevent Bad Ones
…as “good fire,” is a safe way to apply a natural process, ensure ecosystem health, and reduce wildfire risk “Sound forest management helps keep Georgia’s forests sustainable, and prescribed fire…
Forests for Georgia, Georgia for Forests
Executive Summary Georgia is an ideal place to live and work – offering a quality of life that is unmatched. We are business friendly, benefit from a temperate climate and…
Forestry Education Tools at Hand Through New Websites
…ages that can be easily incorporated into existing curriculum or used in informal settings are available at georigiaplt.org. Diverse age- and grade-appropriate subjects include southern and world forests, energy, biodiversity,…
Kemp Leads Forest Field Day
…partners making field day presentations included American Tree Farm Program, Quality Deer Management Association, Firewise, Georgia Forestry Association, NRCS, Stuckey Timberlands for the Sustainable Forestry Initiative and TimberMart-South. “Education is…
Wildfires on the Rise in Georgia
…Frank Sorrells, “but that’s all drying out rapidly. Our crews have responded to several wildfires, especially in South Georgia, and we’re asking everyone to be extra vigilant about the danger…
Forestry Commission Plants Special Seedlings in Dawson County
…at GFC’s Arrowhead Seed Orchard and is expected to be an excellent seed source in the future.” Virginia pine seedlings were also planted on the tract. Seeds from both species…
Special Team Dispatched to Spread Fire Safety Alerts
…always have a shovel, water source and cell phone on hand. “Never be shy about calling 911,” Wiles said. “Resources are at hand and these fires burn fast and hot….
