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GFC Guest Blog: Seedling Sales by Reforestation Chief Jeff Fields Georgia Forestry Commission seedling sales began on July 1 and orders are coming in at a rapid pace. If you…
Wildfire Danger Elevated Across Georgia
…will cause wildfires to spread rapidly.” Sorrells said the GFC is closely monitoring conditions but warns that these conditions may actually get worse before they get better in the next…
Leaf Watch Report for October 12, 2022
…but beginning to show early signs of yellow, orange, and red. The different species of oaks should progress rapidly over the next several weeks. Species specifics: Maple – Yellow, orange,…
Leaf Watch Report for October 26th, 2022
…rapidly dropping leaves. Dogwoods have surpassed peak as reds have faded and leaves have fallen. 100% peak color change will likely be achieved by the end of the week. The…
STEM & Forestry
…utilize every component of the tree. Another rapidly growing area is using drones for land mapping, prescribed fires, fire suppression and detection, and much more. Of course, with the use…
Final Leaf Watch Report for November 2nd, 2022
…surpassed peak, but good color can be found amongst red and white oaks. The colors range from bright red to brown, with non-oak species losing their leaves rapidly. There should…
GFC’s Rural Fire Defense Program (RFD)
…for fighting wildland fires. These departments serve as a force multiplier in assisting GFC with firefighter personnel and equipment for rapid deployment on wildfires. Under a Cooperative Lease Agreement with…
Area Forest Landowners Receiving Top-Rated Service
…services, as they kept Berrien County fire response time rapid and average wildfire size under five acres. Employees were also praised for their special woodworking services, in- and out-of-area training…
SOUTHWEST GEORGIA FORESTERS #1 FOR AREA FIRE PROTECTION
…won this coveted award in 2022 as well, and prides itself on rapid response time and versatility for landowners and the agency they serve. Many of the achievements that earned…
Wildfires on the Rise in Georgia
…Frank Sorrells, “but that’s all drying out rapidly. Our crews have responded to several wildfires, especially in South Georgia, and we’re asking everyone to be extra vigilant about the danger…
