2022 Economic Benefits of the Forestry Industry in Georgia
Georgia’s forest industry has many components, which interact with all other sectors of the economy in complex ways. The purposes of this analysis are to: (1) quantify the level of economic activity conducted by the components of the forest industry, (2) estimate economic activity supported in all Georgia sectors by the industry’s activities, (3) compare the level of activity in the forest industry with other industries, and (4) quantify the economic activity of forest industry sectors within each of the 12 regional commissions in Georgia.
Leaf Watch Report for November 11th, 2021
…Canyon, or turn onto Hwy 189 to Sunset Rock, Point Park, or Rock City. Drop down into Chattanooga via Ochs Hwy / 58, then Hwy 193 back to Hwy 136….
Get Ready for Summer with Post-Storm Tree Assessments
…in order to keep providing the many benefits they give us every day. Continue to appreciate your trees on a clear day, but remember to keep an eye on them…
Ransomware Attack Impacting GFC Online Services
…While there is no estimated time for resumption of electronic communications, be assured we are intently focused on this issue and will be back up and running when the problem…
GFC and COVID-19 – 5/27/20 Update
…the land does not abide by society’s rules. Work needs to be done, and you have been extremely patient in working with GFC to move forward. Thank you. Here is…
Learn & Explore
Trees give oxygen, absorb carbon dioxide and trap lung-damaging dust, ash, pollen and smoke. They prevent soil erosion, provide shade and reduce temperatures in urban areas. Around homes, trees increase…
Cost Share & Incentive Programs
…non-native, invasive plants. If left unchecked, lands occupied by these plants become unproductive and native flora (and fauna) can be completely displaced. Arbor Day Foundation – Georgia Tree Planting Program…
A Note from GFC’s New Deputy Director
…please don’t hesitate to come say hello. I look forward to meeting every single one of you and building upon a common bond; our love for Georgia’s Forest! Johnny Sabo…
FIA Statistics Report for Georgia (1997)
This report highlights the principal findings of the seventh forest survey of Georgia. Field work began in November 1995 and was completed in April 1998. Six previous surveys, completed in 1936, 1953, 1961, 1972, 1982, and 1989 provide statistics for measuring changes and trends over the previous 62 years.
GEORGIA FORESTS: A RENEWABLE INSURANCE POLICY
…“We’re proud that Georgia’s forests are a sustainability success story,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Director Tim Lowrimore. “While challenges are on our radar, we’re documenting solid conditions now and the…
