Forests for Georgia, Georgia for Forests
…state tax base, with $977 million in gross tax revenue. Georgia’s urban and community forestry companies generated an additional $4 billion of economic activity in 2017. Strong markets for forest…
Georgia Forestry Commission Director Named by Governor Kemp
…agency’s centennial,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Board Chairman Larry Spillers. “Tim is a UGA grad who began his career as a forester at GFC. Since then he has held a…
GA Forestry Commission Set to Launch Leaf Watch 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OCTOBER 4, 2023 The fall foliage season is almost here and Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC) foresters are ready to share the colorful story! Beginning Thursday, October 5,…
History
…like to know even more details about the history of GFC and forest management in Georgia, this PDF provides an in-depth account. History of the Georgia Forestry Commission GFC Centennial…
Danville Man Named GA Forester of the Year
…Gabe with this important award,” said Georgia Forestry Commission Director Tim Lowrimore. “Gabe is a valued employee who serves forest landowners, agency partners, educators, and young people throughout the central…
Meet GFC’s Director: Tim Lowrimore
…years of serving the state. During this centennial year we will be proudly reminiscing about the formidable events and individuals who have shaped the agency’s first century. And we’ll be…
Howard E. Bennett Museum
…by the Georgia Forestry Commission and located in Milledgeville, Georgia. Construction labor for the cabin was provided by Georgia Forestry Commission personnel. A group of individuals, public entities, and private…
SMOKEY BEAR & KEVIN BACON SAY “PLAY IT SAFE” WITH WILDFIRES
…will share lighthearted reminders that “Only You” can prevent wildfires. The partnership between GFC and Macon Bacon builds on a mutual commitment to serving the community and keeping families safe,…
Learning to Lead: GFC Foresters Come Together for Leadership Conference in Helen, GA
…break a work environment. At the GFC, we’re committed to constantly growing and striving to become the best versions of ourselves, both for each other and for the communities we…
Cost Share & Incentive Programs
…preparation & tree planting, pre-commercial & commercial thinning, road stabilization, and wildlife management practices. Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is a cost-share and rental…
