NC State University Extension Forestry

NC State University Extension Forestry Founded in 1917. Enabling North Carolinians to make informed decisions about their forest resources through sound, research-based information and education.

Empowering People, Providing Solutions. North Carolina is a state rich in forest resources with almost 60 percent, or 18.3 million acres, of the state covered in forests. The wise use of this resource is important for water and air quality, wildlife habitat, beautiful views, timber resources, and economic prosperity. With 35 million trees produced annually in 80 counties, North Carolina also ranks second in the nation for Christmas tree production.

As we go into the long Labor Day weekend, we wanted to share a few safety reminders! If you're headed into the woods, bu...
09/04/2026

As we go into the long Labor Day weekend, we wanted to share a few safety reminders! If you're headed into the woods, burning, or doing outdoor recreation this weekend, keep in mind these few tips:
🔥 Monitor and fully extinguish fires; conditions change quickly, do your part!
🪵 Burn local or treated firewood. Remember, don't move firewood to prevent the spread of pests.
🏞 Know before you go. Check trail or forest conditions before your trip.
💧 Heat safety! Stay hydrated, find shade, and take breaks in high temperatures.
Enjoy a spectacular weekend!

"A shortage of water can severely compromise trees, weakening them and making them more susceptible to structural collap...
09/03/2026

"A shortage of water can severely compromise trees, weakening them and making them more susceptible to structural collapse, weather damage, pest infestations, and diseases."
Dr. Kelly Oten explains how drought stress affects your trees in this NC State College of Natural Resources article. 💧🌳
Learn more with this FAQ featuring:
- Common signs of drought stress in trees
- How long trees can survive without water
- Which trees are the most vulnerable to drought
- Best drought-tolerant trees
- How to save a drought-stressed tree
- How long it takes a tree to recover from drought
https://cnr.ncsu.edu/news/2026/08/drought-stress-in-trees

📸 Robert L. Anderson, USDA Forest Service, Bugwood.org

Spotted lanternfly (SLF) egg-laying begins mid-September and continues until late fall (around mid-November), with eggs ...
09/02/2026

Spotted lanternfly (SLF) egg-laying begins mid-September and continues until late fall (around mid-November), with eggs present until March!
You can destroy egg masses before they hatch to reduce the number of SLF the following year.
One cost-effective, non-chemical trap is the lampshade trap! This trap uses asphalt shingles in the shape of a lampshade, making it an attractive spot for egg-laying, while the height and materials make masses easy to remove and destroy.

Learn how to create this trap with our guide:https://eit-wagpress-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/media/documents/SLFManagementGuide_LST_Final.pdf

Watch our Video: https://youtu.be/iCtrtlGwBe4?si=pbHpCesHY-37AidE

September is !Whether you are selling timber, estate planning, managing forestland, managing wildlife, improving your r...
09/01/2026

September is !
Whether you are selling timber, estate planning, managing forestland, managing wildlife, improving your resiliency, anything! Be prepared by finding resources on our website and/or contacting us!
forestry.ces.ncsu.edu

Subscribe to our Woodland Owner Notes newsletter! Each month, get updates on the latest resources, tips, news, and event...
08/31/2026

Subscribe to our Woodland Owner Notes newsletter! Each month, get updates on the latest resources, tips, news, and events right in your inbox.
If you own or manage woodlands in North Carolina, this newsletter is a great way to stay in the know.
go.ncsu.edu/newsletter_subscribe
Follow the link or QR code, check the box next to 'Forestry Outreach: WON-Enews-List', and enter your information to subscribe.

Join us in celebrating our Administrative Support Specialist, Shelly English, in her retirement! 🎉Shelly has been with N...
08/28/2026

Join us in celebrating our Administrative Support Specialist, Shelly English, in her retirement! 🎉
Shelly has been with NC State for 16 years and has been an invaluable addition to our team, wrangling our many moving parts and keeping us running smoothly.
We will miss you, Shelly! Enjoy a spectacular retirement!

Next Thursday, September 3rd, from 10AM to 12PM, join ForestHer NC for an Adventure Scientists Butternut Tree ID Field D...
08/27/2026

Next Thursday, September 3rd, from 10AM to 12PM, join ForestHer NC for an Adventure Scientists Butternut Tree ID Field Day in Asheville, NC at the North Carolina Arboretum!
At this field day, you’ll get your boots on the ground to learn how to spot and identify butternut trees in the wild, understand how to assess tree health and look for signs of genetic resilience, and practice the data-gathering techniques used by citizen scientists to help researchers map and protect these rare trees.
Sign up and get more details: https://www.foresthernc.org/events/adventure-scientists-butternut-tree-id-field-day

Succession planning is an important component of land ownership. By planning the passing of your land to the next genera...
08/26/2026

Succession planning is an important component of land ownership. By planning the passing of your land to the next generation, you reduce the risk of loss and conversion.
We have several helpful guides and courses to help you understand succession planning, avoid heirs' property, and ensure your land is protected for generations to come!
https://forestry.ces.ncsu.edu/succession-planning

Back in July, a bull bison charged a 65-year-old man in Yellowstone National Park. With renewed public attention on wild...
08/25/2026

Back in July, a bull bison charged a 65-year-old man in Yellowstone National Park. With renewed public attention on wildlife encounters, a professor at NC State College of Natural Resources, Dr. Nils Peterson, describes wildlife attacks as rare but becoming more frequent, especially in national parks.
“We’re simply having more people and more wildlife share the same spaces, so it’s natural that we’ll see more interactions."
It is up to us "to follow rules designed to keep both people and wildlife safe."
https://cnr.ncsu.edu/news/2026/07/why-human-wildlife-conflict-happens

What a great turnout for our Wood for You and Your Community workshop! 🌲 Participants discovered wood utilization as a s...
08/24/2026

What a great turnout for our Wood for You and Your Community workshop! 🌲
Participants discovered wood utilization as a small business opportunity, from portable sawmill operations to firewood production and beyond. After a morning of building technical know-how, the group headed into the field to see live operations in action.
Thank you to everyone who joined us to explore how local wood resources can strengthen both individual livelihoods and community partnerships across the Appalachians!

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