Landowners Can Help Reduce Wildfire in Georgia
…this. Smokey Bear taught us a long time ago to be careful with fire and most of us know the rules about keeping our yard debris fires safe. We watch…
“Good Fires” Take Center Stage at Upcoming Virtual Meeting
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 15, 2021 The role of fire in Georgia forests as it impacts air quality, climate change and wildlife and natural resource sustainability will be among the…
Study Shows Steady Performance by Georgia’s Forest Industry
…strong work force make this possible, providing so many products we depend on, along with critical environmental services. We’re proud to be a Georgia sustainability success story.” See report highlights…
Forests & Water: A Critical Combination
…only do they provide essential products like lumber and paper, but forestland itself is a resource with a long list of attributes. Wildlife habitat, recreation and aesthetics, carbon storage, and…
Carbon Registry
…landowner realize value for carbon sequestration? The sale of “carbon credits” could provide a new opportunity for income on a regular, ongoing basis. Systems that match emission-dependent companies with tree…
Privacy Policy
…long as necessary for the fulfillment of those purposes. We will collect personal information by lawful and fair means and, where appropriate, with the knowledge or consent of the individual…
Longleaf Restoration
…Strong efforts are underway to reforest with longleaf and manage existing stands. However, well over half of today’s longleaf pines exist on private land. This is why GFC is working…
Cost Share & Incentive Programs
Statewide Programs Southern Pine Beetle Cost Share Program (SPB) The purpose of the SPBP is to help landowners implement various silvicultural practices that will prevent (or minimize) impacts of southern…
State Managed Forests
…as a multiple use tract with timber as the primary objective. Strong consideration is also given to soil and water conservation, wildlife and the landscape value of restoring longleaf pine….
Reforestation
…better the growth. If some seedlings have roots that are excessively long, remove them individually, and trim slightly. Do not allow seedlings to dry out from wind or sun. Ample…
