AILEY, Ga. (Farm Monitor) — The Georgia Forestry Commission has named Toombs County native Matthew O’Connor its 2025 Forester of the Year.
O’Connor spent decades working with the Georgia Forestry Commission, helping landowners manage, protect, and restore forests across the state.
The award recognizes years of service in Georgia’s forestry industry and ongoing work supporting forest stewardship and land management.
O’Connor says his focus remains on helping keep Georgia’s forests healthy and productive for future generations.
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