Forest Management
Fire on the Land: Prescribed Burning in Western North Carolina
Get an inside look at how prescribed fire is used as a land management tool to restore native landscapes. Learn how a prescribed burn is conducted, why prescribed fire is beneficial to the ecosystem and who to contact for more information about how to use this resource on your land.
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Forest Health
‘Poolside Pests’ program encourages pool owners to look for and report nonnative insects
‘Poolside Pests’ is a program aimed at increasing awareness of Asian longhorned beetle and spotted lanternfly, encouraging North Carolinians to report the pests if they see the pests.
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State Forests
Social Distancing
Record visitation seen at public lands during COVID-19 pandemic; public reminded to maintain social distance
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North Carolina's forest land is one of the greatest influences on the state, providing economic value and adding immeasurably to the quality of life for its residents. The forest products industry is the largest manufacturing business sector in the state, contributing approximately $34.9 billion annually to the state's economy and providing around 148,000 jobs for North Carolinians. The NC Forest Service's primary purpose is to ensure adequate and quality forest resources for the state to meet its present and future needs.