Casualty Loss and Involuntary Conversion Applicable for Timberland Owners
A review of some of the Internal Revenue Service rules, regulations and or Revenue Rulings pertaining to Casualty Losses.
Tree City USA Standards
To qualify as a Tree City USA community, you must meet four standards established by the Arbor Day Foundation and the National Association of State Foresters. View standards.
New Ambrosia Beetle Detected (2010 Update)
The Early Detection Rapid Response (EDRR) trapping program helps detect exotic wood boring beetles entering our state. The trapping in Georgia for 2007 detected a new introduction of the camphor shot beetle, an exotic ambrosia beetle from Asia.
EAB – Destructive Tree Pest Detected in Georgia (2013)
An invasive insect responsible for the death or decline of tens of millions of ash trees in 20 states has been detected in Georgia for the first time.
Hurricane Matthew Timber Impact Assessment Georgia (2016)
Hurricane Matthew impacted multiple southern states, and all coastal counties of Georgia experienced extreme winds and heavy rain on October 7th and 8th, 2016.
Timber Buyers Directory
This list is made up of buyers/harvesters who have submitted information to GFC and is not meant as an endorsement of any individual or company. For a full list of Georgia Master Timber Harvesters (GAMTH), visit the GAMTH database. To be added to the timber buyers directory, contact Angela Kimberly at akimberly@gfc.state.ga.us.
2022 Water Quality Area Map
The state is divided into five regions to ensure the best management of water controls.
Learn, Plan, Act
GFC and the Southern Group of State Foresters launched “Learn, Plan, Act” as a way to promote sound forest management practices and provide helpful educational materials, guidance and other resources to Georgia landowners.
Georgia Water Planning
Georgia manages water resources in a sustainable manner to support the state’s economy, to protect public health and natural systems, and to enhance the quality of life for all citizens.
2013 Forestry Pesticide Applications – Complying with Georgia’s Pesticide General Permit (GAG820000)
Forestry herbicide applications are commonly used to help control competing vegetation in pine plantations. Pine plantations may occur in areas that could be considered waters of the state, especially in the Coastal Plain Region of Georgia.