On May 10, Governor Brian Kemp signed two bills critical to Georgia Forestry Association members. The legislation included HB 997, which provides an ad valorem tax exemption for forestry equipment
GFA Partners with WestRock and Legislators to Build Awareness of Forestry Sustainability
The end of the General Assembly’s legislative session is marked by throwing papers into the air, a long held tradition that raised concerns by some legislators due to the lack of
Greg Mullis of Mullis Logging Announced as 2021 Logger of the Year
The Georgia Forestry Association (GFA) is proud to announce Greg Mullis of Mullis Logging based Pearson, Georgia, as the 2021 Georgia Logger of the Year. Mr. Mullis was recognized at
2022 Election Update: Stay on Top of Who is Running Next Year
The 2022 election is shaping up to have several high profile races that will garner national and statewide attention. As with all things in politics, change is constant, but GFA’s
New Maps, New Opportunities: What to Expect from the Redistricting Process
On Monday, Nov. 22, the Georgia House of Representatives completed the final task of the redistricting process, sending the congressional district map to Governor Brian Kemp for his signature. Georgia
President Biden Signs Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, Includes Key Forestry Provisions
Monday, November 15, President Joseph Biden passed the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (Infrastructure Act), which was passed by the Senate in August and by the U.S. House on November
Georgia Forestry Association Applauds Department of Community Affairs Decision to Accept Mass Timber Codes
On Tuesday, Nov. 9, the Georgia Department of Community Affairs voted to accept and adopt the mass timber provisions outlined in the 2021 International Building Codes into the Georgia state
Birding – Exploring Non-Timber Revenue Opportunities on Your Land
Georgia’s forest landowners and managers are facing increased pressure from market and supply chain challenges, taxation and increased urbanization. Landowners must take advantage of opportunities to leverage the value of
Manufacturing Innovations – Leveraging Wood Fiber to Solve our Greatest Challenges
Scientists are studying ways to maximize wood fiber as a sustainable alternative to traditionally carbon-intensive materials. From replacing chip bags to enhancing the safety of our automobiles, learn about the