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…forest. PDF Vibrant Cities Lab Case Studies, Research Guides and Tools to help cultivate thriving urban forests that boost public health, safety, sustainability and economic growth. External Website Why Do…

Appreciating “Good Fire” in the Forest

…reduced. Prescribed fire promotes new growth and healthy conditions for wildlife.” Prescribed Fire Awareness Week was established in 2005 and is recognized annually during the first week in February. Governor…

Forestry Continues to Boost State’s Economy

…by Georgia’s forest industry. In 2017, output was up 2.7% from the previous year to $21.3 billion in total revenue. For the seventh consecutive year, positive job growth was reported,…

Certified Tree Professionals

…high quality resources in the correct proportions to perform best. Water, and the soil volume which holds water, are critical to great tree growth. PDF Healthy Trees, Healthy Lives Research…

Wildfires on the Rise in Georgia


…cautious about the use of fire outdoors, especially with campfires and outdoor cooking devices. “The wet spring spawned a lot of vegetative growth,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Chief of Protection…

Forest Industry Continues to Boost Georgia’s Economy

…in the state. Georgia boasts more than 24.5 million acres of forestland, with almost all of its timberland (23.9 million acres) privately owned. Forest growth exceeds removals by 48% annually….

Vibrant Cities Lab

Case Studies, Research Guides and Tools to help cultivate thriving urban forests that boost public health, safety, sustainability and economic growth.