Final Leaf Watch Report for November 17th, 2021

…yellow/brown /red Black gum –Red/ Fading Sweetgum Purple to Yellow and some Red Hickory- Yellow/ Bright Yellow Percentage of color change from green to date: 100%. It has been a…

2015 Georgia Harvest and Utilization Study

This resource bulletin describes the principal findings of a harvest and utilization study conducted during the ninth inventory of Georgia’s forest resources. Survey crews sampled and measured trees harvested in a variety of logging operations, and analysts calculated wood volume and percent of wood utilization. Harvest volume data and factors for growing-stock and nongrowing-stock logging residue are described and interpreted.

Area Forestry Employees Earn 2021 Performance Awards

…performance and productivity, safety, and achievements. “Under the guidance of Area Fire Management Officer Darren Martin, this team demonstrated remarkable accomplishments during a time when normal operations were anything but…

Privacy Policy

…even if the Georgia Forestry Commission or its authorized representative has been notified orally or in writing of the possibility of such damage. Because some jurisdictions do not allow limitations…

Learn & Explore

Trees give oxygen, absorb carbon dioxide and trap lung-damaging dust, ash, pollen and smoke. They prevent soil erosion, provide shade and reduce temperatures in urban areas. Around homes, trees increase…

Accessibility

…participate in, and enjoy, our programs, services, and activities. When considering applicants for employment, medical or physical disabilities will be considered only when they prevent otherwise qualified individuals from performing…

Timber Sales & Harvest Advice

…and a timber buyer/harvester when selling your timber. You’ll also want to use a Forest Products Sales Contract when conducting your timber sale. View Our Sample-Only Contract Such a contract…

Timber Security

GFC investigators are specially trained to conduct investigations of forestry related crimes. Timber security laws have been amended and updated over time, and in 2014, GFC investigators were authorized by…

Arson Investigations

The Georgia General Assembly passed a law giving GFC the authority to enforce the fire laws of the state nearly 100 years ago. To combat arson and enforce Georgia’s forestry…