Hemlock Woolly Adelgid (HWA) in Georgia
…and dinotefuran. See these articles for explanations of insecticide treatments: Hemlock Woolly Adelgid Management in Georgia (McCarty and Womack) and Optimized Insecticide Dosage for Hemlock Woolly Adelgid Control (Benton). Care…
Pine Bark Beetles in Georgia
…killing vast expanses of pines was documented in colonial times. Environmental stresses to trees can’t be avoided, but good forest management that controls density within stands can create vigorous stands…
Sudden Oak Death (SOD) in Georgia
…this pathogen poses has been explained in detail at 50+ training sessions (presented by either the GFC Forest Health Staff or University of Georgia – Plant Pathology Department) to resource…
Georgia’s Forest Action Plan
…sustain and expand the benefits of its 24+ million acres of forest land and forest products industry. One of the primary recommendations of the report was for the state to…
#SpringIntoAction with GFC!
Spring time in Georgia is always a sight to behold – even, and especially – in these challenging times. Whether enjoying the outdoor splendor an acceptable social distance from other…
Hazards of the Forest
Foresters and others who work outside and those who enjoy being in the outdoors are often confronted with hazards that can cause sickness, injury, or death. This booklet provides a brief description of those hazards to help you avoid an unpleasant encounter.
Howard E. Bennett Museum
…naval ships, which is how the name “naval stores” came to be. A section of the museum is dedicated to naval stores and forest management practices. Visitors can explore different…
Caring for your Trees: Proper Watering
…trees are transplanted, they can experience “transplant shock.” It is critical to water newly planted trees during the establishment phase to promote root growth, mitigate issues related to heat stress,…
GFC and COVID-19: 5/21/20 Update
…communities. What will that look like and what can you expect from us? With input from GFC staff statewide, representatives from various GFC service teams are working as a committee…
Hurricane Cleanup Deadlines at Hand
…is June 30 for anyone with an FDMP contract to complete their authorized work,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Director Chuck Williams. “We expect a last-minute rush of completions and are…
