Sirex Woodwasp in Georgia
…world, it has been observed that weakened, stressed stands (such as overstocked plantations) have been more vulnerable to Sirex noctilio than thinned, vigorous, healthy stands. Furthermore, a biological control agent…
Prescribed Fire Advisories
Search by Date, County or Contact Name April 6, 2024 Coweta, Meriwether, Pike Scott Berta (770) 313-7299 April 5, 2024 Habersham, Rabun William Dale 706-754-2354 March 14, 2024 Chattooga, Floyd,…
Biomass Suppliers Directory
Download the above report as a PDF….
GFC Board of Directors Meeting
03.27.2020 Board Meeting Agenda…
#SpringIntoAction with GFC!
…abundance of research now proves what we’ve known innately forever: trees and natural resources improve our health and well-being. Let’s encourage one another by sharing our observations online. We can’t…
Forest Health Archived Resources
…New Ambrosia Beetle Detected (2010 Update) Southern Pine Beetle Outbreak (2017) Thousand Cankers Disease (2010 Update) Wildfire Damage Assessment – West Mims Fire (2017) Back to the Forest Health section….
Caring for your Trees: Proper Watering
…It is critical to water newly planted trees during the establishment phase to promote root growth, mitigate issues related to heat stress, and promote photosynthesis to maximize growth of foliage.…
Georgia Burn Ban Begins May 1
…trees to help cool and filter air. The risk of wildfire also may be high in summer, so our agencies are closely monitoring air quality and weather conditions for the…
Law Enforcement Warns About Fake Burn Permitting Scam
…its results, and the site offers bogus burn permits it claims can be used nationwide. This is not true. Law enforcement agencies are working to have the imposter site ads…
GFC and COVID-19 – 5/27/20 Update
…to seeing, rest assured wildfire assistance is fully functional 24/7, vital county operations are continuing and other agency personnel are teleworking. We are here for your questions and your needs….
