Forest Biomass
…utilized. Four types of energy products can be derived from forest biomass. Thermal Energy Thermal energy includes the heating of buildings, heating of water, and heating that is required for…
Wildfire Prevention
…clearing Escaped prescribed burning Some outdoor burning requires a burn permit and/or notification. The burning of household garbage is prohibited and not permitted by GFC. When preparing for any type…
Timber Products
…Certificate of Harvest is required for anyone in pine straw production. A 10-year-old pine stand can yield up to 100 bales per acre every 3 years. Older stands can yield…
Student Resources
…foresters within the state and have personally requested to be added to GFC’s database. External Website Discover Careers in the Forest Explore various types of forestry careers through this booklet…
Soil Injector Loan Program for Hemlock Woolly Adelgid
To schedule the use of a soil injector or soil drench kit contact one of the following offices: Soil Injector Kit Locations Dade County GFC Office: 706-657-4211 Dawson County GFC…
Free Prescribed Fire Class for Select Applicants
…requirements for becoming a certified prescribed burner in Georgia, one of which is successful completion of the training session. In addition to the April 17-18 class in Moultrie, two additional…
Hurricane Michael Recovery Assistance
…Timber Tax Program Presentation from Scott Griffin, GFC’s Forest Management Chief. PDF Hurricane Michael – Georgia Timber Tax Program – General Eligibility Requirements In November of 2018, the Georgia General…
Georgia’s Forest Action Plan
…Assembly the sustainability of the state’s forest resources through a report every five years. Subsequently, the 2007 General Assembly required GFC to verify this sustainability, which is defined as the…
Fire Prevention Week 2020
* 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…
What it cost to remove a tree?
Tree removal costs can vary widely depending upon a number of factors, many of which may be beyond control. There could be any number of scenarios requiring you to contract with a tree removal service, from storm damage to home remodeling. Requiring immediate service may drive up the cost, perhaps unnecessarily, if there are no structures involved or damage is minimal.
