Forest Biomass

…of these smaller trees. Trees greater than 9″ dbh can be used for lumber and other building products, and are higher in value. Defects in trees sometimes will cause larger…

Smokey Bear

…a fire prevention message; Wildfire prevention is Smokey’s ONLY message. Smokey Bear cannot promote or endorse a commercial product or a private business. Smokey’s image is friendly and dignified; Smokey…

Human Resources Information

…designed to help employees and their families in the event of death or injury. An employee may choose coverage up to 10 times his or her pay. Spouse life may…

GFC’s people and services impact Georgians

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Written by Stasia Kelly | GFC Media Relations Specialist When you see the words “Georgia Forestry Commission,” what comes to your mind? Trees, of course – millions upon millions of…

The Wise Way to Guard Against Fire

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…densely population communities. While living in rural, forested environments is peaceful, it comes with some trade-offs and lessons for homeowners. The areas in which homes are nestled into natural settings…

Timber Security

GFC investigators are specially trained to conduct investigations of forestry related crimes. Timber security laws have been amended and updated over time, and in 2014, GFC investigators were authorized by…

Reforestation

…use spacers to provide 2″-4″ air circulation between layers. Avoid temperature extremes. Fluctuations in temperature, especially excessive heat, can result in seedling trauma. Do not attempt to plant seedlings that…

Emergency Response

…a number of helpful tips to properly prepare. Georgia records some 3,500 wildfires annually. There is a higher risk of wildfire in the wildland urban interface (WUI), where homes are…