Forestry Employees Honored by Georgia Legislature
…Worth County Unit and the Decatur-Seminole County Unit share the honor for their numerous outstanding accomplishments. In addition to being recognized for fulfilling GFC’s mission of leadership, service, and education…
High Fire Danger Impacts Outdoor Burning
…three months, Georgia Forestry Commission wildland firefighters have responded to 41 percent more fires than its previous five-year average. Sorrells said escaped debris burns are the number one cause of…
Hurricane Cleanup Time Extended; State Timber Tax Credit Deadline Nears
…Commission Director Chuck Williams. “Because of the magnitude of the damage, last winter’s wet weather, and a finite number of contractors, more time was needed to complete the remaining open…
Arbor Day Celebrated Across Georgia in February
…make Georgia the number one forestry state in the nation.” Georgia’s Arbor Day proclamation urges citizens to “plant trees, thus leaving a legacy for present and future generations.” A state…
Falling Trees and the Integrity of Tree Root Systems
Generally, trees with structurally sound root systems do not fall, except during very high wind events. When trying to determine which trees have root systems that are prone to failure, answers hinge upon a number of factors.
Southern Pine Beetle – Historical Data (1972-2007)
Comprehensive numbers covering 35 years of southern pine beetle infestations.
Hurricane Michael Recovery Assistance
Helpful Resources TitleDescriptionDocument Type Forest Debris Management Program Performance Form Form to help you gather the appropriate information for Forest Debris Management Program (FDMP) activities. PDF HB 4EX Bill Bill…
Sustainable Forest Management in Georgia (2008)
Georgia’s forests are being sustainably managed to meet the numerous needs of our state today. To ensure our forests will continue to meet the ever increasing demands of future generations, many challenges must be met. This initial report, submitted to the General Assembly on July 1, 2008, highlights the conditions of our forest resources, along with the challenges and opportunities being faced by Georgia’s forest managers and owners.
GFC and COVID-19
…staff. Like you, we are following all public health guidelines to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. That involves a number of measures that impact GFC operations, for now. All…
2020 Cogongrass in Georgia Winter Update
There were 95 new detections in 2019, bringing the number of known cogongrass spots in the state to 1351, scattered across 65
counties.
