Prescribed Fire and COVID-19
* Georgia law no longer requires notification to the Georgia Forestry Commission by people planning to burn yard debris. Charges may apply if wildfire results from escaped burning and evidence…
Tree Campus Higher Education® Application
The Tree Campus Higher Education® program helps colleges and universities around the country establish and sustain healthy community forests. Sign up!
Campaign Shares Health Benefits of Trees
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FEBRUARY 22, 2019 The many health benefits linked to trees are being shared through a new campaign called “Healthy Trees – Healthy Lives.” According to a compilation…
Caring for Trees in Summer
Keeping trees healthy is a year ’round responsibility. Whether your focus is on the back yard or the “back 40,” the Georgia Forestry Commission has a wealth of resources to…
2022 Known Cogongrass in Georgia Map
Sources: Esri, Airbus DS, USGS, NGA, NASA, CGIAR, N Robinson, NCEAS, NLS, OS, NMA, Geodatastyrelsen, Rijkswaterstaat, GSA, Geoland, FEMA, Intermap and the GIS user community, Sources: Esri, HERE, Garmin, FAO, NOAA, USGS, © OpenStreetMap contributors, and the GIS User Community
5. How to Plant Trees – A Homeowner’s Guide
“How do I plant a tree?” This is a common question, and tree planting and establishment guidelines have changed considerably over the past 20 years. Learning how to plant a tree and following proper practices when planting trees can lead to long term benefits from well established plants.
Hazards of the Forest
Foresters and others who work outside and those who enjoy being in the outdoors are often confronted with hazards that can cause sickness, injury, or death. This booklet provides a brief description of those hazards to help you avoid an unpleasant encounter.
Hurricane Michael Recovery Assistance
…programs. Only online applications will be accepted. All applications must be completed and submitted by April 8, 2020. External Website Hurricane Michael – Farm Recovery Block Grants – Press Release…
Save Energy – Plant Trees!
This video provides insights into the value of planting trees.
Arson Investigations
The Georgia General Assembly passed a law giving GFC the authority to enforce the fire laws of the state nearly 100 years ago. To combat arson and enforce Georgia’s forestry…