2020 – Georgia Statewide Forest Resources Strategy

Georgia’s original Forest Action Plan was produced with contributions from many program leaders of the Georgia Forestry Commission, Georgia Department of Natural Resources and U.S. Forest Service. Content contributors included Dr. Jon Ambrose, Constance Buford, Joe Burgess, Scott Thackston, Devon Dartnell, David Dickinson, Frank Sorrells, Ken Parker, Gary White, Scott Griffin, Josh Love, Joan Scales, Jim Ozier, Dru Preston, Dick Rightmyer, Buford Sanders and Risher Willard. Liz Kramer, University of Georgia College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences contractor, conducted the GIS analyses. Final document design and production was accomplished by Wendy Burnett, Kassie Keck and Stasia Kelly. Development and publication of this document was assisted by a grant from the National Association of State Foresters.

Get Ready for Summer with Post-Storm Tree Assessments

…this small may be safe to leave in the landscape. This partially attached, broken branch was left hanging after a storm. Proper pruning of the damaged tissue would be best…

Conservation Woodland Program

…selection, planting, and maintenance. GA Tree Owners Manual Forest Health Just like humans, forests can battle health issues. In Georgia, many species of fungus, disease, and insects can weaken and…

GFC and COVID-19 – 5/27/20 Update

…show reasonable fire prevention precautions were not taken. It’s been a trying time for us all. The challenges and restrictions caused by COVID-19 have had far-reaching effects, yet we recognize…

Ransomware Attack Impacting GFC Online Services

…show reasonable fire prevention precautions were not taken. For customers who may need to reach out to GFC for burn permits or service requests, please contact us by telephone for…

Georgia Burn Notification Law Changing

…we can bring that number down significantly, together.” The Georgia Forestry Commission has launched a communication campaign emphasizing the new changes that must be taken before burning: adequate space between…

Southern Pine Beetles

…selectively removing those that are diseased. Certain pathogens that lead to diseases, such as pitch canker, littleleaf disease and other root diseases, can weaken pines and create stands that are…

North Georgia Burn Ban Helps Boost Air Quality

…show reasonable fire prevention precautions were not taken. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE APRIL 28, 2021 On May 1, a ban on outdoor burning begins in 54 Georgia counties, primarily in the…

March Tornado Timber Damage Totals Nearly $3 Million

…12:37, just north of Peachtree City. It traversed across wooded land, pastures, and residential areas. Damage included uprooted and broken trees, along with damage to many dwellings, utility buildings and…

North Georgia Outdoor Burn Ban Ends September 30

…show reasonable fire prevention precautions were not taken. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SEPTEMBER 24, 2020 Georgia’s annual ban on outdoor burning will end September 30 in 54 counties, primarily in the…