Emerald Ash Borer (EAB)
…biological control agents. On March 1, 2021, the Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC) proposed repeal of Chapter 224-3, “Emerald Ash Borer Quarantine,” in its entirety. Following an open comment period, on…
My Experience as an Urban and Community Forestry Intern
…summer as an urban and community forestry intern. I study community forestry and arboriculture at the University of Georgia. My advisors spoke highly of the Georgia Forestry Commission and its…
Prescribed Burn
A prescribed burn plan is important for a safe and successful prescribed burn. A written burn plan includes the prescription for the stand and outlines the objectives for the burn….
Urban & Community Forestry
Healthy community and urban forests are integral to the lives of all Georgians. The Georgia Forestry Commission’s urban and community foresters help protect and promote Georgia’s urban forests by: Providing…
Privacy Policy
…and under this license you may not: modify or copy the materials; use the materials for any commercial purpose, or for any public display (commercial or non-commercial); attempt to decompile…
Social & Cultural
…outdoor spaces with natural landscapes than in comparable plant-less spaces. Individuals and groups within communities with strong social cohesion and social capital experience many positive benefits. Helpful Resources Review studies,…
Certified Tree Professionals
…– 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…
Green Infrastructure Resources
…partners will continue to maintain and develop GI planning systems for all coastal communities. The Green Infrastructure Guidelines of Coastal Georgia is a planning documented created in 2013. It features…
“The Best Time to Plant a Tree was Yesterday.”
…to begin planning for planting trees even before the trees that had fallen were cleaned up. I have worked alongside the Georgia Forestry Commission for 20 years and they have…
Huber “Trees for Georgia” Program
…applicants: A forester will visit the sites of all approved applicants and develop a tree planting plan for the acreage involved. The plan will quantify the acreage and address site…