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
Outstanding GFA Members Honored at Annual Conference
On July 17, 2021, at the Georgia Forestry Association’s (GFA) Annual Conference in Hilton Head, South Carolina, several GFA members were recognized for outstanding service and dedication to the mission
Q&A with Congressman David Scott, Chairman of the House Agriculture Committee
On December 3, 2020, the Democratic Caucus appointed Georgia Congressman David Scott to serve as Chairman of the House Agriculture Committee. Congressman Scott represents the 13th District, which covers a
GFA and Keeping Forests Seek Applications for Communications Specialist
Through a new partnership with Keeping Forests, the Georgia Forestry Association is seeking applications for an adept and highly-motivated communications professional to serve as Keeping Forests Communications Specialist. Putting southern
GFA Welcomes 2021 Summer Interns
The Georgia Forestry Association (GFA) is proud to welcome two interns from the University of Georgia for Summer 2021. Hudson Jordan from St. Marys, Ga., is serving as the Policy
WATCH | GFA Board Member Testifies Before Senate Agriculture Committee
On May 20, 2021, GFA Board Member Troy Harris, Managing Director of Timberland at Jamestown LP, testified before the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, & Forestry at a hearing