Leaf Watch Report for November 11th, 2021
…growing season plays a big role in the vibrancy of fall leaf color. Also important to consider is the “senescence” process which is critical in the tree preparing and allocating…
Autumn Leaves Flyer
Shorter days and cooler nights start a precise clockwork of physical and chemical interactions within leaf cells bringing forests ablaze with color as they prepare for winter dormancy. In response to certain environmental stimuli, leaf pigments begin to reveal themselves in the leaves of Georgia’s deciduous trees. The amount of pigments in trees depends on the tree species, soil composition, and other environmental components.
Forest Biomass
…not meet the standard for higher-value products and are normally disposed of at an additional expense to the landowner, when preparing a forest site for reforestation. These trees must be…
Cost Share & Incentive Programs
…pine seedlings. Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) Forestry practices covered include prescribed burning, site preparation & tree planting, pre-commercial & commercial thinning, road stabilization, and wildlife management practices. Conservation Reserve…
Timber Sales & Harvest Advice
…Selling Your Timber (Webinar – .wmv file) Video Selling Your Timber Guide A timber sale is a serious matter requiring careful preparation. Download guide for best practices on selling timber….
Tree Seedlings
…and damaged or unhealthy seeds are discarded. Seeds are then dried for storage or prepared for immediate planting. We participate in two university/industry tree improvement cooperatives, and we maintain two…
Careers
…in the suppression of wildfires Prepare reports, including measuring and computing acreage Assist landowners in control burns and plow pre-suppression breaks Use appropriate equipment including hand tools and bull dozers…
Disaster Resource Center
The USDA Disaster Resource Center offers information about specific disasters and emergencies, how to prepare, recover, and help build long-term resilience, as well as information about USDA assistance during disaster events.
2019 Best Management Practices – BMPs
Information for landowners, foresters, timber buyers, loggers, site preparation and reforestation contractors, and others involved with silvicultural operations about common-sense, economical and effective practices to minimize non-point source pollution (soil erosion and stream sedimentation) and thermal pollution. These minimum practices are called BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES and are commonly referred to as BMPs.
