Prescribed Burn Time in Georgia

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…be used to refill ATV tanks via the solar-powered 12-volt pump. The 27 HP leaf blower is used to clean out established roads or old fire breaks and can be…

Make That Paper!

This online game designed to help high school students learn about the forestry industry and career employability skills. In the game, students are managers in three varied forestry career pathways, hiring personnel, solving industry-related problems, and making sound business decisions. To attain their goal of sustainable, efficient, and successful management of the forest and production of forest products, they must use best practices in hiring and staff management while using the resources and information provided by industry experts.

Leaf Watch Report October 7th, 2021

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…common along your drive. However, there is still a solid population of poplar that are just beginning to turn. Estimated percentage of color change from green to date: 10% above…

Leaf Watch Report for October 26th, 2022

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…orange, and brown. Blackgum – Dull red. Redbud – Yellow. Birch – Yellow and gold. Oak – Showing solid colors of red, orange, and yellow. Hickory – Yellow or brown….

Seedling Webstore is Open for Business!

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GFC Guest Blog: Seedling Sales by Reforestation Chief Jeff Fields Georgia Forestry Commission seedling sales began on July 1 and orders are coming in at a rapid pace. If you…

Reforestation

Our Nursery and Seed Orchards All seedlings sold through GFC nurseries are grown from seed adapted to Georgia’s unique climate and soils. We process our seeds at our seed conditioning…

Burn Permits and Notifications

Under Senate Bill 119, GA code section 12-6-90 was changed to eliminate the need to notify the Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC) by the person, firm, corporation, or association who intends…

Cogongrass in Georgia

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…established due to the tremendous root system that must be completely eliminated. The first step in eradicating cogongrass is educating individuals how to identify the grass. The most recognizable feature…

Ecosystem Services

…benefits to society. These public goods provide the basis for sustainable economies, communities, and livelihoods, but have no recognized economic value in the marketplace. The vital contributions of ecosystem services…

Green Cities: Reduced Risk

Trees and vegetation can dampen ambient noise, improve air quality, cool over-heated urban centers, and be a food security solution.