2024 Wood Using Industry (energy product)
Energy Products
Champion Trees
Nominate a Tree Search Trees A champion tree is defined as the largest known tree of a particular species. To be considered, a tree must meet all of the following…
Hurricane Michael Forest Access Road and Firebreak Debris Clearing Program
The Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC) has established procedures for landowners seeking assistance with debris clearing and restoration of pre-existing forest roads and firebreaks.
Lumber Boom Not Benefitting Southern Forest Owners – So What Now?
…market for lumber (processed wood products like two-by-fours, plywood, etc.) typically aligns with market trends for timber (the trees harvested to make the products), the two markets have officially diverged….
Evaluation of Laurel Wilt Disease in Georgia- Progression in Redbay and Sassafras (2008-2010)
Documentation of the growth and spread of Laurel Wilt in Georgia
Economic
…home price. Wooded apartment complexes provide preferred aesthetics that can increase occupancy rates. Strategically placed trees around a home can reduce summer cooling costs by as much as 30%. The…
Proper Tree Mulching
Mulch is organic material placed on the soil’s surface around trees and plants to enhance their growing conditions. Mulch helps maintain soil temperature and moisture, reduce water loss from soil, reduce weed competition, improve soil structure, and give landscapes a clean appearance. Often overlooked, spreading mulch around your trees is one of the easiest and most beneficial techniques that can have great impact on the health and vitality of your trees.
Forest Products Scavenger Hunt
Scavenger Hunt for forest product items around the house/yard.