Needlecast in Pines

…end of each branch. While these trees may look like they are dying, needlecast rarely causes trees to die. Needlecast should not be mistaken for brown spot needle blight (BSNB)….

Pass the Tissue, it’s Pollen Time!

miserable time of year, when all the pollen, both visible and invisible, wreaks havoc on human bodies. Despite its shady reputation with some, we’d be nowhere without pollen. Think birds…

Five-Year Plan

…and enhance Georgia’s community forests. The plan guides the strategic direction of the Georgia Forestry Commission Sustainable Community Forestry Program and Georgia Urban Forest Council Vision Citizens, policy-makers and managers…

Grant Funding Available for Urban and Community Forestry Management

…information visit https://gatrees.org/urban-community-forestry/trees-across-georgia-tag-grant-program/. Information webinar on September 7; register at https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/7474266073729320281 Eligible recipients are communities, non-profits, and schools. APPLICATION DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 27, 2023. GA ReLeaf- in partnership with the GA…

Georgia Forestry Commission Director Named by Governor Kemp

…and his wife, Wendi, have two daughters. The family lives in Macon. For more information about the Georgia Forestry Commission, its history, mission and services, visit GaTrees.org. # # #…

Water Quality & BMPs

…Highlights The Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC) has completed its 2021 Forestry BMP Implementation Survey covering 260 randomly selected sites statewide. PDF 2021 BMP Survey Results Report Results of Georgia’s 2021…

Searching for the Next “Great American Tree”

…provide, The American Grove is sponsoring the 5th annual Great American Tree Competition. The American Grove, an online community of tree enthusiasts, promotes the Great American Tree Competition (GATC) every…