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.
Carefully Planned “Good Fires” Prevent Bad Ones
…show reasonable fire prevention precautions were not taken. The many benefits of prescribed fire on Georgia forestland are being recognized February 2-8 during “Prescribed Fire Awareness Week.” Prescribed fire, known…
Ecosystem Services
…benefits to society. These public goods provide the basis for sustainable economies, communities, and livelihoods, but have no recognized economic value in the marketplace. The vital contributions of ecosystem services…
Longleaf Restoration
…three years) Completion of practices Compliance with highly erodible land and wetland requirements Benefits: High cost share rate- 75% of state averages Technical assistance in developing plan for implementation of…
Forest Legacy & Conservation Easements
…that support working forests. PDF The Value of Conservation Easements in Georgia Intact forestlands provide numerous benefits. However, as these areas are fragmented and disappear, so do the irreplaceable benefits…
Making the Shade Program
Many elementary schools do not have enough trees on the school’s campus, especially in the playground area. Strategically planted trees provide many benefits. Trees keep children healthy by: Reducing surface…
Cusseta Man Facing Charges of Serial Arson
A Cusseta, Georgia man has been charged with arson in connection with a series of fires near Fort Benning spanning two years. Georgia Forestry Commission Law Enforcement led the investigation…
Georgia ReLeaf Grant Program
…advance the mission of Justice40, proposals should deliver the benefits of IRA investments through established partnerships with local organizations working to support disadvantaged communities experiencing low tree canopy and environmental…
Christmas Tree Vendor Directory
…Land Bend – go 1500 Ft.on Red Land Bend. Arizona Cypress; Deodora Cedar; Frasier Fir; Green Giant; Murray Cypress; Open Date: 11/23 Mon: 9AM-DARK Tue: 9AM-DARK Wed: 9AM-DARK Thu: 9AM-DARK…
