Caring for Trees in Summer
…need supplemental watering in the first couple or few years after planting. Five to seven gallons of water per caliper inch (measure in diameter, six inches off the ground) is…
GFC Leaf Watch Report: October 1, 2020
…but not quite as vivid as Lookout. Overall, total color change is less than 5% but most noticeable at the top of Lookout. Species color changes: Dogwood – gradual fading…
GFC Leaf Watch Report: October 9, 2020
…elevations. Since last week, the Fort Mountain area has shown a significant increase in color change compared to Lookout Mountain. Overall, total color change remains around 5%; most noticeable in…
GFC Leaf Watch: October 16, 2020
…of our digital photo records, we are just a few days behind where we were in 2014 and that year provided an excellent finale in terms of amount of color…
Local Forester Named GFC 2020 Forester of the Year
…Stewardship plans, covering a total of 6,602 acres. He also presented numerous educational programs to more than a thousand people. Martin tirelessly served landowners impacted by Hurricane Michael, making presentations…
Choose a LIVE Christmas Tree for 2020!
…can be proud of your support of Georgia’s forest landowners when purchasing live over manufactured. Our state’s 24 million acres of forestland provide each of us with environmental services and…
Georgia Forestry Commission Director Named by Governor Kemp
…number of leadership positions with a diverse group of public and private forest industry partners. He will be instrumental in setting the tone for 2021 and guiding GFC into the…
Local Forest Ranger Receives Fire Prevention Award
…English’s program outreach over the past five years impacted close to 29,000 people at events large and small across north Georgia, yet Davis believes the impressions total several hundred thousand…
GFC’s Local Forest Ranger and WUI Specialist Receives Fire Prevention Award
…small across north Georgia, yet Davis believes the impressions total several hundred thousand because of his collaborative efforts. “I’m flattered and honored to receive this award,” said English. “People remember…
2021 Cogongrass in Georgia January Update
The 1457 cogongrass spots encompass a total of 373 acres. The status and treatment for each spot is at varying levels. The Georgia Forestry Commission recognizes a spot as eradicated after three consecutive years of finding no cogongrass resprouts.
