Trying to decide if you can shred something? A good rule is only to shred paper containing sensitive information. Check out @forestandpaper’s guide to shredding and recycling shredded paper. bit.ly/4cntJuX

Compared to 1 year ago, prices for 2nd quarter pine sawtimber, pine chip-n-saw, & hardwood pulpwood are up. However, hardwood sawtimber & pine pulpwood prices have not fared as well on a state-wide basis with prices declining. See the price report: forestry.ces.ncsu.edu/2024/07/north-…

Part 2 of the Tree Site Selection Publication Series is Now Available! Now that you understand the factors that influence which species grow in your landscape, you should decide whether to plant or naturally regenerate species depending on your area. content.ces.ncsu.edu/managing-the-r…

Want to stay up-to-date on all things #forestry? We recommend subscribing to our monthly newsletter for woodland owners and forest lovers! Get timely news on forest pests, management tactics, industry tips, upcoming events, and much more! Subscribe today! go.nscu.edu/newsletter_sub…

Check out this recent publication in the Journal of Extension written by our Extension Specialist in Land Retention, Dr. Kurt Smith! The publication is 'Heirs Property And The Necessary Role Of Extension In Preventing Land Loss Through Partitioning.' open.clemson.edu/joe/vol62/iss2…

A new longleaf pine climate-smart guide has been released! This guide shares a range of forest management practices for longleaf pine forests to help landowners make decisions to optimize their forest benefits. americaslongleaf.org/media/tvfbi0s3… The Nature Conservancy The Longleaf Alliance

Learn about the NC State Extension digital skills agents who are working to train existing agents to add technology education to their duties and increase the amount of #digitalskills education workshops with North Carolinians everywhere. ces.ncsu.edu/2024/08/nc-sta…

Happy Labor Day! Thank you for all your hard work. Enjoy your day off! #LaborDay2024

DYK that September is #PreparednessMonth? Whether selling timber, estate planning, managing forestland, managing wildlife, and more; be prepared by checking out our website and contacting us! forestry.ces.ncsu.edu

As it's hunting season for mourning doves, we thought we'd highlight this abundant game bird for #WildlifeWednesday. Because the dove is a migratory species, habitat improvement can concentrate birds, especially during the hunting season. Learn how: content.ces.ncsu.edu/mourning-dove

This #HispanicHeritageMonth, take a look at NC State Extension's Latino Programs page! Find resources & work to "engage with Latino audiences & to develop, adapt, and/or revise educational materials & resources that meet the needs of Latinos." Learn more: communitydevelopment.ces.ncsu.edu/latino-programs

Fall is almost here y'all! What should you expect in terms of fall foliage this year? NC State College of Natural Resources Leaves are expected to begin changing colors in the mountains by late Sept & spread across the state. Peak colors expected from mid-October to mid-November. cnr.ncsu.edu/news/2024/08/f…

NC State Extension Forestry has released the second in a series of publications about managing the right species on the right site. This one focuses on choosing the best method to regenerate the next stand. Read more / access pubs: content.ces.ncsu.edu/managing-the-r….

Extension Associate, Jenn Fawcett, was named the Prescribed Burner of the Year! Jenn, a previous NC Fire Council president, received the Award during the NCPFC annual meeting for “profoundly & positively influencing the Fire Council & entire NC #RxFire community.”🔥 Well-deserved!

We have 2 sight selection webinars coming soon! Markets & landowner objectives change over time. A look into sites that suit particular timber species is needed. This series is for landowners & professionals interested in site restoration & reforestation. go.ncsu.edu/readext?1022011

Join us next month at the Fire in the Pines Festival! You can look forward to kids' activities, fire equipment, hay rides, other natural resources-related tables (we'll be there!), live music, food trucks, entertainment, & a live #RxFire demonstration! fireinthepines.org/2024-festival

Management planning for your #woodlands is a process rather than a single event. Your plan links woodland #management activities & practices to the long-term vision you have for your property. To learn more, check out our planning guide for landowners! content.ces.ncsu.edu/management-pla…

You may have noticed NC’s rapid population growth & the change in our rural landscape. To avoid this happening to your land, a plan is essential! This handbook is designed to help you begin the journey to create a land conservation plan that works for you. content.ces.ncsu.edu/conserving-wor…

North Carolina’s forest sector is strong. According to NC State Extension Forestry, NC’s forest sector contributed more than $42.5 billion to the state’s economy in 2022, showing more than $7.2 billion in economic growth over the previous year and predominantly in rural counties.

Onslow County friends! Join us on October 12th in Jacksonville, NC! Cut down a Bradford pear tree, get a free native replacement -- up to five replacements. #NCBradfordPearBounty Register now and learn the program requirements at treebountync.com