The Georgia Forestry Association is excited to be expanding its Membership team with the recent addition of Dillon Hendrix as Director of Membership, starting on April 24, 2024. Dillon will assume
Interview with Georgia Ag Commissioner Tyler Harper Featured in Georgia Forestry Magazine
In the most recent issue of Georgia Forestry Magazine, Jake Matthews, GFA Vice President of Government Affairs, connected with Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper to discuss his perspectives on the
GFA Member Named the 2023 Outstanding Tree Farmer of the Year
In Berrien County, Georgia, the Gaskins Estate has been in the Gaskins family for nearly two centuries. Heather Brasell embraced the legacy as she assumed the role of property manager
VIEWPOINTS: Redistricting and Changing Political Dynamics
For the first time in United States history, the Speaker of the House of Representatives has been voted out of his post, just days after Congress averted a government shutdown
State and Federal Forestry Policy Update
Advocacy at the local, state and federal level is a primary function for adding bottom line value to Georgia Forestry Association members. The following provides a high-level update on the
Georgia Forestry Association Welcomes Jake Matthews as Vice President of Government Affairs
The Georgia Forestry Association is excited to be expanding its advocacy team with the recent addition of Mr. Jake Matthews as Vice President of Government Affairs, starting on Sept. 5,
Georgia Department of Transportation Restricts Access to 733 Bridges Across Georgia
Under a new Georgia law following the passage of House Bill 189, the allowable weight limit for trucks hauling forestry and other agricultural products is now 88,000 lbs. However, the
Natural Disaster Response Guide: Considerations for Forest Landowners
Georgia Forestry Association members are encouraged to take caution as Hurricane Idalia travels across the southern part of the state (track the storm here). Hurricanes can leave lasting impacts for
Department of Revenue Revised Qualified Timberland Appraisal Manual Causes Concern for Forest Landowners
The Georgia Department of Revenue (DOR) recently proposed this year’s Qualified Timberland Property (QTP) Appraisal Manual that included updates to the table of per-acre values of commercial timberland, determined by