27. The Silent Spread: Georgia’s Fight Against Cogongrass with Paul McDaniel & Mark McClure

NOTE: This episode was recorded and scheduled for release prior to the South Georgia wildfires. All updates regarding the South Georgia wildfires can be found here.

Welcome to the Georgia Forestry Forum!

In today’s episode, GFC Forest Health Specialists Paul McDaniel and Mark McClure give you the lowdown on cogongrass in Georgia. You’ll learn how to identify this aggressive invasive species, how to report it, and why early detection is key to stopping the spread - along with a breakdown of the treatment options GFC offers to landowners at no cost. 

Report cogongrass sightings here:

• Cogongrass In Georgia – Report It | Georgia Forestry Commission
• Learn more about cogongrass.

Find Georgia Forestry Commission online:

• Website: https://gatrees.org/
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Paul McDaniel
Forest Health Coordinator
Georgia Forestry Commission
pmcdaniel@gfc.state.ga.us

Mark McClure
Forest Health Specialist
Georgia Forestry Commission
mmcclure@gfc.state.ga.us

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