Forestry is

big business in Georgia. Timber is the highest valued crop in Georgia

followed by vegetables, cotton, and peanuts. There is 23.9 million acres

of commercial forest land in the state, 72 percent of which is privately

owned. Georgia's forest industry contributes over $19.7 billion to the

state's economy. The state's forest industry employs directly and indirectly

177,000 individuals.

Fayette County

is home to nine wood-using industries producing cabinetry, furniture,

lumber, firewood and providing approximately 80 jobs in the county.

The Georgia

Forestry Commission produces the "Georgia Wood Using Industries and

Forest Products Marketing Directory" which lists wood using industries

in the state and the type of products produced. This directory serves

as a reference guide to assist wood users of the state in marketing their

products and locating suppliers. A copy of this directory can be viewed

on the web at https://www.gfc.state.ga.us/Publications/Educational/WoodUtilization/index.cfm

or obtained by calling 912-751-3523.

The Georgia

Forestry Commission works each day toward helping secure the future resources

needed for tomorrow's wood products, by working with landowners in wise

and productive management of their woodlands. Planting trees on abandoned,

unproductive lands is not only profitable for the landowner but also provides

the resources needed for the future while securing jobs. The Georgia Forestry

Commission can help you make the right decisions for managing your property.

Call today for more information and free advice at 770-227-5522 or 770-358-1459.