New Online Tool Tracks Georgia Wildfire Activity
…is a real step forward for the safety and protection of Georgians and our forest resources,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Director Chuck Williams. “Our agency is using the latest technology…
Forest Industry Continues to Boost Georgia’s Economy
A new report shows Georgia’s forest industry continues to deliver strong results for the state’s economy. According to a Georgia Forestry Commission report provided by the Georgia Institute of Technology’s…
Arbor Day Celebrated Across Georgia in February
…the Georgia Institute of Technology’s Enterprise Innovation Institute, the state’s forest industry supports more than 148,000 jobs in Georgia. Total economic activity generated by the state’s forest industry rose to…
Hemlock Woolly Adelgid (HWA) in Georgia
…hemlock’s role in the forest. Identification/biology HWA is an aphid-like insect that uses its sucking mouthparts to feed on fluids from hemlock trees. From fall through early summer, they are…
Pine Bark Beetles in Georgia
…2023 SPB Prediction Trapping Results Southern Pine Bark Beetle Brochure Southern Pine Bark Beetle Brochure (2013) Southern Pine Bark Beetle Coloring Book Southern Pine Beetle – Biology, Prevention, and Restoration…
Georgia’s Forest Action Plan
…of Entomology Georgia Department of Natural Resources USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service Georgia Department of Agriculture U.S. Forest Service Water Quality Georgia Department of Natural Resources Environmental Protection…
North Georgia Outdoor Burn Ban Ends September 30
…recognizes the value of prescribed fire and the desire for residents to utilize fire’s many benefits,” said Sorrells. “Fortunately, technology has enabled us to have very precise weather forecasting abilities….
Meet GFC’s Director: Tim Lowrimore
…stepping toward the future, by embracing new technology, methods and efficiencies, as we build on the expertise and experience gained in the past. Protecting and conserving Georgia’s forest resources through…
New Report Shows Continued Growth for Forestry in Georgia
…report, produced by the Enterprise Innovation Institute, Georgia Institute of Technology are: Direct impacts increased 2.4% in sales and 0.9% in employment over 2018. Total output increased 0.6%, the ninth…
