My Internship Experience Working with GFC State Lands
…gave a picture of the different types of timber (softwood or hardwood) on a property, in addition to any areas infected with beetles or fungal infections. These can also be…
Biology and Management of the Hemlock Woolly Adelgid in the Eastern U.S.
Hemlock trees in eastern forests are late successional tree species that provide shade for the forest understory. Globally, there are ten hemlock species, with populations located in Asia and eastern and western North America12. Eastern hemlock (Tsuga canadensis) and Carolina hemlock (Tsuga caroliniana) grow in the eastern U.S. These trees have great ecological and cultural value in forests. However, the invasive hemlock woolly adelgid (Adelges tsugae or HWA) is decimating hemlock populations throughout much of the trees’ native range, altering landscapes, and threatening these iconic tree species in both rural and urban areas.
Leaf Watch Report for September 28th, 2022
…GA: The recent clear, crisp, cool nights and warm sunny days are the perfect recipes for developing fall color. Some beneficial rain is forecast for late this week and weekend…
Georgia Marks National Forest Products Week October 17-23
…acres of commercially available timberland produces 217 product types through 194 mills across the state. The forest industry has an overall $39.1 billion impact on the state’s economy, is the…
The Wise Way to Guard Against Fire
…nature. They are beneficial in that they clear away debris and open up landscapes for animals to forage. However, as societies push into WUI’s, preventing the occurrence of fire becomes…
Pass the Tissue, it’s Pollen Time!
…now is not as much of an irritant as the invisible types because it is rounder and smoother. Pollens from hardwoods, weeds, and grasses are more irritable to those who…
Learning to Lead: GFC Foresters Come Together for Leadership Conference in Helen, GA
…similarities and our differences, grouping us together based on personality types, generation, and communication style. Being grouped this way, we were able to meet like-minded co-workers, and discuss what strengths…
Mulch Appreciated! Mulch Obliged!
…landscapes a clean appearance. Mulching is one of the easiest and most beneficial techniques that can positively impact your trees’ health and vitality. Here’s a helpful fact sheet that explains…
“Smokey Bear and Me: A Thanksgiving Thrill!”
…too cold or too windy to do our jobs, and fellow balloon handlers Kasey and Chelsea (former Disney employees) made it easier by “showing us the ropes,” so to speak….
State Celebrates Trees’ Value in February for Georgia Arbor Day
…by planting them we can combat canopy loss from development pressures, storms, and pest issues. Planting more trees makes good sense for today and for generations to come.” The state…
