Pine Bark Beetles

…trees stressed from drought, storm damage or mechanical injury. Ips and BTB are seen most frequently by landowners and typically only kill a few trees at a time. To avoid…

Emergency Forest Restoration Program (EFRP)

Eligibility County Farm Service Agency (FSA) committees determine land eligibility using on-site damage inspections that assess the type and extent of damage. To be eligible for EFRP, NIPF land must:…

Cogongrass in Georgia

…and plant regeneration, wildlife habitat, forage, and ecological diversity. Cogongrass infestations are being found primarily in south Georgia, but is capable of growing throughout the state. It grows in numerous…

New Report Shows Continued Growth for Forestry in Georgia

…ranking forestry number one in compensation among all Georgia industries.” The impact values of urban and community forestry are separate values from the impact of the traditional forest industry, which…

Wildfires on the Rise in Georgia


…statewide. “A cell phone and a hose are critical tools to keep close by when using fire outdoors,” said Sorrells. “Never be afraid to call 911 if your fire escapes….

GFC and COVID-19: 5/21/20 Update

call us. If human lives or structures are in danger, call 911. Questions, business requests or information about any regular services provided by the Georgia Forestry Commission – being answered…

Southern Pine Beetles

…The practices that may be available to landowners are listed below. To apply, click here: https://gatrees.org/forest-management-conservation/cost-share-incentive-programs/. Figure 7: Thinned pine stand – Photo by James Johnson, Georgia Forestry Commission. Non-commercial…

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