Fire Prevention Week 2020
* Georgia law no longer requires notification to the Georgia Forestry Commission by people planning to burn yard debris. Charges may apply if wildfire results from escaped burning and evidence…
Native Trees of Georgia Book
Book showing illustrations of trees native to Georgia.
Public Invited to Meeting About Climate Change and Carbon Storage
…tracking sustainable development in Georgia. Questions, concerns and suggestions about the registry are encouraged. For more information about Georgia’s carbon registry and services of the Georgia Forestry Commission, visit GaTrees.org….
Tree Seedlings
…ultimately be an important component of the final harvest. Find out more about purchasing seedlings. How does the genetic diversity of multi-family plantings affect fusiform rust resistance? Research has shown…
GFC and COVID-19: 5/21/20 Update
…communities. What will that look like and what can you expect from us? With input from GFC staff statewide, representatives from various GFC service teams are working as a committee…
Appreciating “Good Fire” in the Forest
…of us to enjoy. Prescribed fire contributes to the sustainability of this amazing natural resource.” To learn more about prescribed fire and services of the Georgia Forestry Commission, visit GaTrees.org….
North Georgia Outdoor Burn Ban Lifted
…fires and any damage that may result from their embers. Because escaped debris burning is the number one cause of wildfires in Georgia, the Georgia Forestry Commission reminds individuals they…
Area Forest Landowners Receiving Top-Rated Service
…cadres, as well as community outreach through forestry field days and other programs. The Georgia Forestry Commission’s Berrien County team received South Zone Unit of the Year recognition at the…
Local Forester Named GFC 2020 Forester of the Year
…Martin went far above and beyond the call of duty this year,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Forest Management Chief Scott Griffin. “In addition to his regular duties as a GFC…
SOUTHWEST GEORGIA FORESTERS #1 FOR AREA FIRE PROTECTION
…Georgia Forestry Commission’s Statewide Area of the Year for FY23, Area 9, was officially recognized by the state legislature on March 7. For more information about the many services of…
