Bloom-time BOLO for Invasive Weed in Georgia
…producing fluffy, white, plume-like seed heads. As many as 3,000 seeds can be found on a single head, and the seeds’ silky hairs are blown free and scattered by the…
Conservation Woodland Program
…to prevent flames from contacting it. Also, reducing the volume of live vegetation will affect the intensity of the wildfire as it enters the home ignition zone. Many homes destroyed…
Georgia Forestry Commission Director Named by Governor Kemp
…at the state capitol, Lowrimore will assume his new duties on January 16, 2021. “It is especially fitting that Tim Lowrimore rejoins the GFC family in the year of our…
GFC Seeking Director/State Forester
…soon as possible thereafter. Complete applications in a single PDF file with a cover letter no more than three pages, a complete resume, and contact information for 3-5 professional references…
Gary White Named GFC Interim Director
Georgia Forestry Commission Deputy Director Gary White has been appointed to the post of Interim Director for the agency. Governor Brian Kemp requested White assume the role of State Forester,…
GFC Seedling Sales Open!
…you’re looking for super-fast growing loblollies, the Georgia Giants should be your choice. These seedlings have been rigorously tested and found to produce 71% more volume per acre. If you’re…
Assessing Soil Water Resource Space
Trees require high quality resources in the correct proportions to perform best. Water, and the soil volume which holds water, are critical to great tree growth.
High Fire Danger Impacts Outdoor Burning
…GFC will resume issuing burn permits on a day to day basis, following our established fire danger and smoke management procedures, in those counties which have been under the EPD…
Environmental
…reduce changes in weather patterns. Water Flow Trees act as natural water filters and help significantly slow the movement of stormwater. This lowers total runoff volume, soil erosion and flooding….
Green Infrastructure Resources
…to reducing stormwater volume and pollutant loading. Helpful Resources TitleDescriptionDocument Type Coastal Georgia’s Green Infrastructure & Stormwater Management Discover the damaging effects of stormwater runoff and how you can help…
