“Friends that travel together, stay together”: Hand Crews of the Georgia Forestry Commission
…not a vacation for these men and women, and in some of their eyes, it’s not even a job. This is a “drive” that each team member feels deep inside….
Forestry Employees Honored by Georgia Legislature
…“Georgia Forestry Commission employees across the state share a deep dedication to service,” said Williams. “We take great pride in leading the protection of our forest resources for the needs…
Report Card for Georgia’s Forestland Released
…of everyday products and support private landowners who care deeply about this valuable resource.” The report states that Georgia’s forest areas have remained stable over the past 50 years, while…
Kemp Leads Forest Field Day
…partners making field day presentations included American Tree Farm Program, Quality Deer Management Association, Firewise, Georgia Forestry Association, NRCS, Stuckey Timberlands for the Sustainable Forestry Initiative and TimberMart-South. “Education is…
Destination Ag: Our Family Tree Farm
Literary resources for elementary-level readers providing an entertaining and unique look into Georgia’s agriculture industry and a deeper connection to the food and fiber products importance in our daily lives.
Caring for your Trees: Proper Watering
…the growing season. Too much water can be harmful for trees, so stay updated on levels of rainfall in your area. It is better to water deeply one time a…
Caring for Trees in Summer
…trees contribute to healthy lives. Science is proving what we’ve inherently known for a long time. Read more about it here. Then breathe deeply and enjoy a happy, healthy summer!…
GFC Seeking Director/State Forester
…of Forestry, The Conservation Fund, The Nature Conservancy, Trout Unlimited, Forest Landowners Association, Quality Deer Management Association, Georgia Department of Economic Development, Agricultural Innovation Center, Georgia Emergency Management Agency, Georgia…
Looking for Lunch Maze
Help the deer find his way thru the maze for food.
GFC Leaf Watch: November 5, 2020 (final leaf watch post)
…bright green to lemon yellow to buckskin tan. Oak – Above 3000’ early turners now a golden bronze. Below 3000’ a mixture of deep reds and yellows developing. Blackgum –…
