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…
Sirex Woodwasp in Georgia
…world, it has been observed that weakened, stressed stands (such as overstocked plantations) have been more vulnerable to Sirex noctilio than thinned, vigorous, healthy stands. Furthermore, a biological control agent…
Georgia’s Forest Action Plan
…as a basis for current forest data. As the assessment and strategies were developed, they incorporated major plans already in place such as the State Wildlife Action Plan, Community Wildfire…
GFC Leaf Watch Report: October 1, 2020
…faces north, east, south, or west), locations on the slope (lower slope/mid-slope/ridge top), local factors such as location in/on a cove, exposed ridge, river bottom, and species, etc. results in…
GFC Leaf Watch: October 23, 2020
…running through Suches and down to the Morganton/Blue Ridge areas should provide for some good color. Mountain traffic on the weekends has been especially heavy this season with trailheads, overlooks,…
Meet GFC’s Director: Tim Lowrimore
…leadership, service and education are the core principles upon which the agency has achieved great success in years gone by, and for which it must always stand. These are the…
GFC Centennial
…sequestration, biofuel and ecosystem services. Enhanced outreach and public education, including increased online and social media presence. Internal training, recruitment, retention and succession planning. Past Director Memories: Bob Lazenby Memory…
Would wood work? Builders eye mass timber for construction, conservation
…the former wants to save an industry hit hard by over-supply and low prices. The latter wants to save the world. Trees suck up climate-killing carbon dioxide, and the bigger…
“We follow in the footsteps of great aviators…”: GFC Air Ops Unit in History
…who we are today, it becomes quite clear that the core of our success and the foundation for our future lies not in the equipment or even the mission, but…
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