America’s Longleaf Restoration Initiative (ALRI)
ALRI is a collaborative effort of multiple public and private sector partners that actively supports range-wide efforts to restore and conserve longleaf pine ecosystems.
Georgia Emergency Management (GEMA)
The state’s preparedness, response and recovery agency works with public and private sector organizations to prevent and respond to natural and man-made emergencies.
Report Card for Georgia’s Forestland Released
…our trees are an economic powerhouse,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Director Chuck Williams. “As they silently filter our water and clean our air, they’re working hard to give us thousands…
Taxes & Estate Planning
…passive loss rules: Investor Passive Active participant (materially participating) in a trade or business As a general rule, you will receive the best tax advantages if you are in the…
Green Infrastructure Center
Trees and stormwater calculator tool, case studies from Norcross and Alpharetta, GA.
What is my yard tree worth?
Homeowners often wonder about the value of their trees when removals appear necessary or when a tree has suffered damage at the hands of a contractor, neighbor, or storm.
Trees and Drought
Drought is a main contributing factor to shade tree decline. Extended drought can influence the health of shade trees by the loss of absorbing roots.
Spongy Moth (formerly Gypsy Moth) in Georgia
In March 2022, the Entomological Society of America adopted the common name “spongy moth” as the common name for the invasive moth Lymantria dispar (formerly known as “gypsy moth”). We…
Virtual Meeting Brings Together Prescribed Fire Proponents
…our communities.” Georgia Forestry Commission Acting Director Gary White will open the meeting with an update on “The State of Fire in Georgia.” Recent air quality episodes will be discussed…
Cogongrass: Identifying one of the Most Invasive Plant Species
Cogongrass is one of the most invasive plants in Georgia. Follow along with Lynne Womack, our Forest Health Coordinator, and Mark McClure, our Forest Health Specialist, as they discuss the characteristics, common look-a-likes, and location of Cogongrass.
