Pine Bark Beetles
…between the species, all Ips beetles are similar in appearance and are easily distinguished from other bark beetles. The rear end of their abdomens is scooped out and spined (four…
Would wood work? Builders eye mass timber for construction, conservation
…for those services, and the products that come out of them, so we can properly compensate the landowner.” Growers are already under the gun. An over-abundance of trees from the…
Timber Harvest Notifications
…Harvesting Notification Requirements In compliance with legislation that updated OCGA 12-6-24, the Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC) will launch an easy-to-use, statewide harvest notification website, which will replace county-by-county notifications. The…
“The Best Time to Plant a Tree was Yesterday.”
GUEST BLOG – Scott Berta, President, Plant Newnan INC. There is a saying that states “you don’t know you have a good thing until it’s gone.” In 30 seconds on…
Needlecast in Pines
…to needle browning that looks like scorching left by wildfire. These needles are typically dropped as spring moves on and are replaced by new green needles forming tufts at the…
Leaf Watch Report for October 26th, 2022
…HWY 19 showcases outstanding fall colors from Dahlonega to Blairsville. 4) Lake Winfield Scott along S. R. 180 near Vogel State Park should provide great fall color through Halloween. Northeast…
Hurricane Michael – Georgia Timber Tax Program
Presentation from Scott Griffin, GFC’s Forest Management Chief.
Georgia Forestry Commission Helping Fight Western Wildfires
…to the brave men and women of the Georgia Forestry Commission for sharing their time and expertise,” said Georgia Governor Brian Kemp. “Many states have come to our aid in…
Incident Command System
The ICS is managed by the National Interagency Incident Management System (NIIMS). It gets agencies on the same page by: integrating common communication terminology providing training systemizing qualifications supporting technology…
GFC’s Rural Fire Defense Program (RFD)
GFC’s Rural Fire Defense Program (RFD) By Emily Hamilton, GFC Rural Fire Defense Manager The Georgia Forestry Commission offers special services to Georgia communities through the Rural Fire Defense Program….
