Fire Valued for Ecosystem Health during Prescribed Fire Awareness Week
…plant growth, which wildlife depend on for food and shelter.” Last year, more than one-million acres of forestland were prescribe-burned in Georgia. Certified practitioners are trained in the application of…
State Celebrates Trees’ Value in February for Georgia Arbor Day
…of Urban & Community forestry in Georgia rose 12.7% from the previous year to $7.1 billion in 2022. For information about Georgia Arbor Day events in your community, contact your…
Defenders of Georgia’s Healthy Forests
…negative for the grass, thanks to eradication efforts. Every year, Forest Health Specialists set out traps around ports of entry all around Georgia. This is known as our Early Detection…
GFC’s Rural Fire Defense Program (RFD)
…trucks over several years. We have gained a 2500-gal tanker, a 1000-gal knocker, an F 550 brush truck, and our most recent addition, a front-mounted pumper. With this equipment, our…
GEORGIA FORESTS: A RENEWABLE INSURANCE POLICY
…future looks bright.” The Georgia Forestry Commission updates the Sustainability Report every five years, per legislative direction. With fresh input from the forest industry and GFC data, the document details…
BREEZING INTO SUMMERTIME
…to reduce the negative effects that this CO2 could have had on our environment. The Arbor Day Foundation reports in one year a mature tree will absorb more than 48…
SOPERTON NATIVE NAMED STATE FIRE PROTECTION CHIEF
…impressive 22-year tenure at the GFC and brings a wealth of experience and a deep-rooted commitment to the agency’s mission and vision. His journey in forestry began in Soperton, where…
SMOKEY BEAR & KEVIN BACON SAY “PLAY IT SAFE” WITH WILDFIRES
…365 days a year. Wildfires are capable of leaving serious damage and even fatalities in their wake, and humans are the number one cause of wildfire. Helping Georgians learn how…
THE GFC SEEDLING STORE IS OPEN FOR BUSINESS!
…demand is expected once again this year for Georgia Giants Loblolly, as well as Select Piedmont 3rd Cycle Loblolly and Super Select Premium Slash. These superior selections offer larger yields…
