Arbor Day Celebrated Across Georgia in February
…mostly privately-owned forestland grows 64 cubic feet – or two tons – of wood per second! As documented in the “2018 Economic Benefits of Forestry in Georgia” report provided by…
Georgia’s Forest Action Plan
…in planning for and reducing wildfire risks. Maintain and enhance the economic benefits and values of trees and forests. Protect, conserve and enhance wildlife and fish habitat. Connect people to…
Prescribed Fire and COVID-19
…show reasonable fire prevention precautions were not taken. During the #COVID19 pandemic, it is imperative that prescribed fire practitioners statewide exercise heightened judgement about smoke management. GFC is communicating with…
Hurricane Cleanup Deadlines at Hand
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JUNE 2, 2020 The deadline is fast approaching for approved landowners impacted by Hurricane Michael to complete their state funded cleanup work and to submit documentation for…
Local Forester Named GFC 2020 Forester of the Year
…field forester, assisting southwest Georgia landowners in all aspects of forest management, he took on a tremendous amount of responsibility in response to Hurricane Michael devastation. He is a shining…
Southern Pine Beetles
…location within Georgia. The data further suggests that Piedmont populations increase to epidemic levels every six to 10 years, while those in the Mountain region occur every 12 years, with…
Forests Continue to Grow Georgia’s Economy
…report, the total economic output of the forest industry in 2020 rose to $39.1 billion, a 7.1% increase over the previous year. That number shows the impact of how forestry…
Local Forestry Employees Earn 2021 Performance Award
…their continued exemplary service to landowners impacted by Hurricane Michael, with each employee averaging more than 104 hours for the installation of firebreaks and contributing to a 99%+ evaluation score…
Dublin Resident to Lead Forest Health for Georgia Forestry Commission
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DECEMBER 11, 2023 The Georgia Forestry Commission has promoted Dublin resident Michael Torbett to the position of Forest Health Coordinator. As part of the Forest Management leadership…
Forest Health
…ash trees as part of the natural nutrient recycling process, emerald ash borers kill vigorously growing and weakened ash trees. Since its detection in Michigan in the early 2000s, emerald…
