Defenders of Georgia’s Healthy Forests
…turn, massive amounts of mortality can occur. This is why it’s important to regulate, monitor, and eradicate invasive species whenever possible. At the Georgia Forestry Commission, the Forest Health Program…
Cogongrass Eradication Strategies
GFC began treating cogongrass in 2007 and has developed several methods to combat the problem.
Asian Longhorned Beetle
…have been eradicated, while others continue with eradication efforts. Asian longhorned beetle (ALB) is a large (1-1.5 inches long), black beetle with white spots, long black, and white striped antennae…
Storm Mitigation Planning
Planning Both communities and arborists need to plan ahead for storms. An effective storm plan will help to minimize a storm’s impacts on your community forest. GFC can help communities…
High-flying Tools for Fire – and More!
…tool we are strategically moving forward with is UAS – Unmanned Aerial Systems. More commonly known as drones, they provide a unique opportunity to complete certain tasks more efficiently and…
Tree City USA, Tree Campus Higher Education® & Tree Line USA
…help communities to manage and expand their public trees. Tree City USA Communities in Georgia In Georgia, more than 150 communities have made the commitment to becoming a Tree City…
Care For Your Community’s Trees
…GFC Website Community Forestry Friend Program Application The Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC) is rewarding communities and campuses implementing exemplary urban forestry programs with a Community Forestry Friend social media badge….
Building Healthy Forests for Birds
…About Birds Georgia: Birds Georgia is building places where birds and people thrive. We create bird-friendly communities through conservation, education, and community engagement. Founded in 1926 as the Atlanta Bird…
Invasive Plant Control Program (IPCP)
…use of herbicides or a combination of mechanical and herbicide treatments to eradicate nonnative, invasive plants. This program targets certain invasive plant species listed as a top concern in Georgia….
GFC U&CF Technical Assistance Program
…Provided? You will need to complete a short self-assessment survey for your community that takes about 20 minutes to complete online. The survey helps us to determine what support is…
