Carefully Planned “Good Fires” Prevent Bad Ones

…to register and attend a meeting scheduled on June 4, 2020, in Jasper, Ga., that will encourage the exchange of information, techniques, and experience among practitioners. “The controlled use of…

New Online Tool Tracks Georgia Wildfire Activity

…is a real step forward for the safety and protection of Georgians and our forest resources,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Director Chuck Williams. “Our agency is using the latest technology…

Forest Industry Continues to Boost Georgia’s Economy

A new report shows Georgia’s forest industry continues to deliver strong results for the state’s economy. According to a Georgia Forestry Commission report provided by the Georgia Institute of Technology’s…

Timber Buyers Directory

…Land & Timber Co. Inc Tommy Peagler, Jr. Title: Forester Waycross, GA 31502 Phone 1: 912-284-2569 Phone 2: 912-281-0013 Fax: tpeagler@okefenokeetech.edu Perkins Timber Co. Inc Kenneth C. Perkins Title: President…

North Georgia Outdoor Burn Ban Ends September 30

…recognizes the value of prescribed fire and the desire for residents to utilize fire’s many benefits,” said Sorrells. “Fortunately, technology has enabled us to have very precise weather forecasting abilities….

Spring Tree Care

…about the correct way to prune in this GFC video: Ask the Arborist Series: Best Pruning Tips & Techniques This is an ideal time for an overall health check-up on…

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.