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….

Huber “Trees for Georgia” Program

…The application must be signed by the landowner. The list of applicants will be compiled and randomly selected if necessary. Final approvals will be announced by August 30, 2024. Approved…

Leaf Watch Report October 13th, 2021

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…schedule compared to the previous year. Species highlights: Sourwood – mostly green but showing hints of red in higher elevation Sassafras – fading to yellow with hints of red Sweetgum…

COGONGRASS: IF YOU SEE IT, REPORT IT!

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…through site-specific herbicide treatments conducted by GFC’s Forest Health Program specialists. These treatments are done at no cost to the landowner. Once the area is sprayed with herbicide, GFC foresters…

Waging War on the Hemlock Wooly Adelgid

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…is by applying a systemic insecticide via either a soil drench or soil injection treatment. These two treatments involve mixing the recommended amount of insecticide based on the diameter of…

Teacher Conservation Workshop

…water. Participants learn hands-on practical exercises that can supplement their classroom curricula and student projects. Certification in Project Learning Tree, WET, and WILD are awarded at the completion of the…

GFC Leaf Watch: October 16, 2020

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…and sassafras are continually shifting from green to yellow, increasing variety to overlooks as time progresses. Oaks are beginning to fade to brown with small hints of yellow. Dogwoods have…

Timber Products

…and turpentine. Rosin chemical derivatives – used in adhesives, printing inks, synthetic rubber, chewing gums, soaps, and detergents. Turpentine – in whole form, used as a solvent for paints and…