Georgia 2021 SPB Aerial Survey Report
Southern pine beetle (SPB) activity was very low across the state in 2021. Above average rainfall throughout the summer maintained healthy tree vigor resulting in very few pine beetle spots. Flights were flown across the state in August and September for a total of 5,509
miles.
Georgia Southern Pine Beetle Prediction Survey Report (2019)
Outline of projected expansion of southern pine beetle infestations.
Sudden Oak Death Survey Map (2006)
Map showing areas of Georgia experiencing Sudden Oak Death
Emerald Ash Borer (EAB)
…millions of ash trees. EAB was discovered in DeKalb and Fulton counties in Georgia in July 2013 as part of the national detection survey funded by the USDA-Animal and Plant…
Southern Pine Beetles
…on more than 35 years of aerial survey data in Georgia, SPB outbreaks tend to be cyclic and often correspond with weather events of drought or flooding, depending on the…
Wood-Using Industries
…Map of Wood-Using Industries in Georgia On a yearly basis the Forest Utilization Department at the Georgia Forestry Commission conducts a survey to identify primary wood using industries in the…
How Foresters, Loggers, Forest Owners and the Forest Industry Became Champions for Clean Water
…states. Combining all BMP categories in all states (and using the most recent survey data), the southern region’s average overall BMP implementation is 93.6%, up from 92% in 2012 and…
Connecting with the next Generation of Passionate Professionals
…and road maintenance at Dawson, as well as assisting DNR Wildlife techs in setting up bear survey stations there. Part of his responsibilities for this memorable project was helping hang…
