Southern Pine Beetles
…that transport food throughout the tree. Furthermore, the beetles carry blue stain fungi on their bodies that clog the water conductive tissues (wood) that transport water within the tree. Signs…
Connecting with the next Generation of Passionate Professionals
…by working on his farm. He enjoys hunting and fishing and is an accomplished wood worker. From custom furniture and cutting boards to jewelry, bowls, decorative items, revolver grips, and…
National Forest Products Week
…to look no further than our own homes, which contain dimensional lumber, Oriented Strand Board (OSB) panels, cabinets, and furniture to name a few. Also, everyday items, such as the…
Georgia’s Conservation Woodland Program
…the map provides the locations of any public access, such as Wildlife Management Areas and state parks. Exploring the website further, the first management objective cited is Timber Management, which…
Carbon Registry
…to similar efforts such as this registry, and guide in further development of the protocol in the future. Georgia Carbon Sequestration Registry Application Form Please contact Devon Dartnell at ddartnell@gfc.state.ga.us…
Emergency Response
Wildfire & Disaster In addition to the risk of loss of property and human life, the destruction of timber can be an expensive loss. The National Fire Protection Association offers…
Free Prescribed Fire Class for Select Applicants
…Technical College from 8 AM – 5 PM. The no-charge offer is available to the first 15 applicants only, and registration must be completed by April 10. Prescribed fire is…
Biomass Suppliers Directory
GFC provides this Forest Biomass Suppliers directory to offer information on potential synergies that might be developed with local forest industry businesses and landowners….
GFC Leaf Watch: October 30, 2020
…potentially will see loss of color already developed, the lower elevations are just beginning to change and there’s a significant percentage of canopy with green foliage, offering an opportunity for…
STEM & Forestry
…offers various opportunities. Georgia’s educators and school systems work hard to incorporate STEM and STEAM into our youths’ learning pathways. STEM is incorporated through day-to-day lessons and activities in the…
