Georgia Forestry Commission Helping Fight Western Wildfires

…rain, which has lowered our fire danger statewide,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Director Tim Lowrimore. “That makes it possible for us to share personnel and resources with other states in…

Champion Trees

…of foliage and be at least 13 feet in total height. It must be a species recognized as native or naturalized in the continental United States. The GFC uses Elbert…

Cogongrass in Georgia

…by USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service – Plant Protection and Quarantine. Join the cogongrass eradication team in Georgia and be a part of protecting our state’s forest and

A Look Back at GFC in 2021

…regional events and a statewide event in Perry, GA to recognize this significant milestone in the agency’s 100-year history. Established four core values; Integrity, Respect and Equality, Be Responsible for…

Canopy Studies & Tree Inventories

…plots across the United States serves as the program’s foundation. External Website iTree Software i-Tree is a state-of-the-art, peer-reviewed software suite from the USDA Forest Service that provides urban and

Care For Your Trees

Are my trees healthy? To keep access and track tree health, homeowners should keep a photo log of their trees and conduct periodic self-surveys. Make a note of: the location…

Georgia Envirothon

The Georgia Envirothon, offered in cooperation with the National Conservation Foundation (NCF) Envirothon, is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization established in 1995 to provide hands-on, science-based training in natural resources and ecology to middle and high school students in a challenging, fun, and competitive outdoor experience.

School of Agriculture and Natural Resources (ABAC)

The Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College (ABAC) School of Agriculture and Natural Resources leads the South in advancing the agriculture field through hands-on experience and rigorous academic preparation. The school offers six baccalaureate programs.

Disaster Resource Center

The USDA Disaster Resource Center offers information about specific disasters and emergencies, how to prepare, recover, and help build long-term resilience, as well as information about USDA assistance during disaster events.

How Many Trees Should I Plant?

The density of an initial planting of trees or plants depends upon both the species and objectives of the landowner. This table offers guidelines for the most tree planting densities.