GFC Leaf Watch

…Watch Report Archives Resources and Publications TitleDescriptionDocument Type Don’t Move Firewood Georgia Forestry Commission Forest Health experts say moving firewood has been linked to the spread of destructive, non-native insects…

Georgia’s Family Forest Landowners – 2021

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…will support current policies and programs for increasing the participation of family forest landowners in sustainable forestry, in general, and female forest landowners, in particular. This is especially true as…

Timber Harvest Notifications Website

The purpose of this website is to provide a state-wide timber harvest notification platform for the report of timber harvests to Georgia’s counties or municipalities.

Prescribed Burn Time in Georgia

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…all surrounding counties. The contents of each trailer were selected with feedback from local landowners. The first trailer (Marion Co.) was assembled with the support of local partners and without…

Vibrant Cities Lab

Vibrant cities cultivate urban forests that support public health, safety, sustainability, and economic growth.

Lancaster Forestry Youth Camp

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…best memories include my parents and all of the other volunteers giving their time to support it. The volunteers are passionate about forestry and teaching it to future generations. It…

Georgia 2022 SPB Prediction Trapping Results

The Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC) participates annually in the southern pine beetle (SPB) prediction trapping program. The southern pine beetle is the most destructive forest pest in the southeastern states. Survey results are documented in an annual report so that activity and damage levels can be anticipated and mitigated.

The Season for Giving Thanks

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…for family, mine as well as yours, and for all the support and sacrifice we receive from our families. I’m also thankful we live and work in a state that…