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 5. The $1.2 trillion package contains several provisions important to forest landowners and the forest product supply chain. The following details have been compiled
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 minimum building codes. The decision will accelerate the timeline for builders and developers in Georgia to construct mass timber buildings up to 18-stories tall. The
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 their land, and that means thinking creatively about non-timber revenue potential. In our Q4 Member Town Hall, learn from wildlife experts about opportunities to build
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 innovative applications of wood and nanocellulose that are shaping our future and driving demand for forest products. Speaker: Dr. Carson Meredith, Executive Director, Renewable Bioproducts
GFA Members Featured in Article on Carbon Markets in The Augusta Chronicle GFA Member Andy Stone of Forest Resource Consultants (pictured above) and GFA President & CEO Andres Villegas were featured in a recent article by Gannett Media Statewide Reporter Abe Kenmore in The Augusta Chronicle. The article focuses on the current carbon market in Georgia, highlighting HB
UPDATE: The Executive Order and special permit for log trucks was extended through November 27 via Executive Order on October 21. Log trucks may now apply for a special permit to reach up to 95,000 lbs. gross vehicle weight. The permit is authorized by an Executive Order issued by Governor Brian Kemp on Aug. 30 extending the State of Emergency
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 of the Association and their work to keep Georgia the #1 Forestry State in the Nation. 2021 Wise Owl Award The Wise Owl Award is
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 large area just outside the perimeter of Atlanta; however, he is no stranger to agriculture as he has served on the committee since he was
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 forests in the spotlight: Embedded in GFA’s Communications Team, the Communications Specialist will be focused on advancing Keeping Forests’ mission to promote the ecological, economic