Georgia Species Management & Conservation Programs
As one of six divisions within Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR), the Wildlife Resources Division (WRD) is charged with conserving, enhancing and promoting Georgia’s wildlife resources, including game and nongame animals, fish and protected plants.
Pine Bark Beetles in Georgia
…stands, disease, root rot, fire, hail, lightning, or other insects. The native species of pine bark beetles found in Georgia are three species of Ips engraver beetles, the southern pine…
Special Committee Tackles Carbon Credit Tracking in Georgia
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE APRIL 21, 2022 Georgia is taking steps to ensure the emerging sustainable development carbon market is open to the state’s forests. A special technical advisory committee has…
GFC UC&F Species Selection List
Recommended Tree Species Selections for Urban and Community Forest Sustainability
SPECIAL ONLINE EVENT FOR SMOKEY BEAR’S BIRTHDAY
…and adults alike. This special event is an opportunity to learn about wildfire prevention and a chance to earn Smokey Bear swag. Georgia Forestry Commission Conservation Education Coordinator Chelsea York…
GFC Leaf Watch Report: October 9, 2020
…just beginning to turn. Species-specific: Dogwood – Red / Burgundy Birch – Yellow Yellow-poplar – Yellow/Gold Sourwood – Red / Burgundy Sumac – Bright Reds Maple – Muted to Bright…
GFC Leaf Watch: October 23, 2020
…should continue to expand in the following days. Species specific: Dogwood – vivid red is beginning to dull and shedding leaves Birch – slowly fading to brown and yellow Yellow-poplar…
Hemlock Woolly Adelgid (HWA) in Georgia
…please contact your forest health specialist. Spread the word Encourage your neighbors to protect their trees and help everyone protect Georgia’s hemlocks! HWA Soil Drench Application For specific instructions on…
Cogongrass: Identifying one of the Most Invasive Plant Species
Cogongrass is one of the most invasive plants in Georgia. Follow along with Lynne Womack, our Forest Health Coordinator, and Mark McClure, our Forest Health Specialist, as they discuss the characteristics, common look-a-likes, and location of Cogongrass.
Soil Reconditioning Specs
Specifications for soil reconditioning after removing impervious surfaces, based on research conducted by Virginia Tech.
