Hemlock Woolly Adelgid (HWA) in Georgia
…growth. All ages and sizes of hemlocks can be attacked. Trees that have been infested for a couple of years will have a declining appearance. The needles of the thinning…
Heterobasidion Root Disease (formally Annosum Root Disease) in Georgia
…to pine beetle attacks. Many landowners think they have a pine beetle problem when they actually have a root disease problem. Resources Heterobasidion Root Disease (Annosum Root Rot) Guide Heterobasidion…
Laurel Wilt Disease Associated with Redbay Ambrosia Beetle
…Port of Savannah. Redbay trees under attack will turn reddish-brown fading to brown as Laurel Wilt Disease kills the tree(s). Since 2003, laurel wilt has caused massive mortality in most…
Caring for your Trees: Proper Watering
…young trees require more water and attention. It is best to water trees in the late afternoon or early morning when evaporation rates are at the lowest point. Newly planted…
GFC’s Stance on Respect and Discrimination
…reflected poorly on the agency and inquiries from the public received our immediate attention. Balancing the rights of individuals to express their thoughts with the agency’s interest in fostering an…
GFC Seedling Sales Open!
…Seedlings can be picked up at local GFC offices or at our Flint River Nursery. While online orders are strongly encouraged for all seedlings this year, recent ransomware attacks have…
Fall Leaf Watch Kickoff
…of the oaks, such as scarlet or shumard, can also have great color. Blackgum expresses some very vivid color, and bald cypress provides unique texture as well as attractive color…
Local Forester Named GFC 2020 Forester of the Year
…Management Programs, which brought badly needed relief to area landowners. His positive attitude and his desire to help landowners, loggers and other foresters were key reasons for being selected this…
Georgia Forestry Commission Says Now is the Time to Order and Plant Trees
…and pine selections, and supplies are beginning to diminish. Genetically improved loblolly and slash pine seedlings remain in stock and available to landowners at attractive price points. “Georgia’s climate is…
Reflections on the Big Fire of 2007
…and the dangers involved in managing the many challenges involved. Strategic attacks were carried out by tractor-plows, engine crews, hand crews and air operations, though at times the smoke was…
