High Fire Danger Prompts Outdoor Burning Warnings this Weekend

…people, damage to homes and other structures, as well as loss of timberlands.” For more information about fire weather, fire safety, and services of the Georgia Forestry Commission, visit GaTrees.org….

Local Forester Named GFC 2020 Forester of the Year

…star within the forestry community.” Martin’s assigned management counties are Early, Miller, Seminole, Decatur. Martin was recognized for completing 556 customer cases impacting 54,000 acres. He created eight detailed Forest…

GFC’s Stance on Burning during the COVID-19 Pandemic (4/9/2020)

…defined impact on COVID-19 transmission, complications or severity. We have been in ongoing communication on this issue with Georgia’s air quality regulators, the Environmental Protection Division of DNR, and with…

Forest Agency Strengthens Regional Focus

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DECEMBER 7, 2023 The Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC) has named five employees to its new team of Region Managers, who will lead the agency’s efforts to serve…

North Georgia Fire Linked to Arson

…should contact the GFC at 1-800-GA-TREES (428-7337). For information about wildfire safety and fire risks in your county, go to GaTrees.org or call the local GFC office. # # #…

Georgia Grown

…to aid agricultural economies by bringing together producers, processors, suppliers, distributors, retailers, agritourism and consumers in one powerful, statewide community. Georgia Grown is also a brand with deep roots in…

Danville Man Named GA Forester of the Year

…be honored with this award,” Outlaw said. “I really enjoy what I do and everyone I work with.” For more information about services of the Georgia Forestry Commission, visit gatrees.org….