Forest Agency Strengthens Regional Focus

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DECEMBER 7, 2023 The Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC) has named five employees to its new team of Region Managers, who will lead the agency’s efforts to serve…

Georgia Grown

…to aid agricultural economies by bringing together producers, processors, suppliers, distributors, retailers, agritourism and consumers in one powerful, statewide community. Georgia Grown is also a brand with deep roots in…

North Georgia Fire Linked to Arson

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…the increase in recent days. Georgia Forestry Commission investigators determined one fire in Walker County was deliberately set, as GFC rangers continue to respond to other fires in the area….

Danville Man Named GA Forester of the Year

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…appreciative to be honored with this award,” Outlaw said. “I really enjoy what I do and everyone I work with.” For more information about services of the Georgia Forestry Commission,…

A Message from GFC Director Tim Lowrimore

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…at 2022 and preparing for new initiatives that will deliver value to Georgia and its forestry community. 2022 has been an incredible year at the Georgia Forestry Commission! We have…

Environmental

Cleaner, Cooler Air Trees trap lung-damaging dust, ash, pollen and smoke from the air. Shade from trees reduces temperatures and helps keep air pollutants from becoming even more volatile. Most…

Recognizing the Value of ‘Good Forest Fires’

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…January 30 through February 5, 2022. “The Georgia Forestry Commission works with thousands of private and public partners to help spread the word about ‘good fire,’” said Georgia Forestry Commission…

History

…like to know even more details about the history of GFC and forest management in Georgia, this PDF provides an in-depth account. History of the Georgia Forestry Commission GFC Centennial…