Study Shows Steady Performance by Georgia’s Forest Industry
…strong work force make this possible, providing so many products we depend on, along with critical environmental services. We’re proud to be a Georgia sustainability success story.” See report highlights…
Invasive Plant Control Program
…This plant stems from cultivars of ornamental pears, most commonly the Bradford pear. Callery pear can have long thorns, and grows singly or in thick patches in old fields, roadsides,…
New Report Shows Continued Growth for Forestry in Georgia
…ranking forestry number one in compensation among all Georgia industries.” The impact values of urban and community forestry are separate values from the impact of the traditional forest industry, which…
My Firewise Experience
…the tasks needed for the project. Some of the tasks were completing an online fire safety course, attending a Firewise community meeting in Hiawassee, completing a Firewise risk assessment of…
Tree Ordinances
…trees. A well-designed tree ordinance can take months or years for communities to write, but can provide many benefits to people living in the community. Tree ordinances should be formulated…
Making the Shade Program
…buildings. The Making the Shade program enlivens and activates communities for years to come. Students and parents can serve as the primary planters. This allows them to take ownership and…
Doing Business in Georgia
…in Bainbridge and Columbus Georgia has a strong, vibrant business environment with an extensive network of support services. State tax rate is very competitive nationally State law mandates a balanced…
Forestry Education Tools at Hand Through New Websites
…Forestry Foundation. The Georgia Forestry Commission is committed to the sustainability of our forests for present and future generations. Georgia Project Learning Tree and the Georgia Teacher Conservation Workshop are…
Shortleaf Pine & Oak Restoration in the Georgia Cumberlands Cost Share Project
…the property for the duration of the project. Applications will be accepted as long as funding is available, practices must be completed by March 31, 2026. To apply: Complete the…
Georgia Burn Notification Law Changing
…Commission Director Tim Lowrimore. “The Georgia Forestry Commission responds to more than 3,500 wildfires a year. With a strong focus on individual burning safety as required with these new changes,…
