The SCOfficial 2018-19 Winter Outlook
In our previous post, we described the atmospheric patterns that could affect the northern hemisphere jet streams -- and …
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Project Learning Tree K-8 Workshop
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Webinar - Casualty Loss and Income Tax Deductions Related to Timber and Landscape Trees
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Project Learning Tree - Southeastern Forests and Climate Change
Walnut Creek Wetland Center, 950 Peterson St, Raleigh, NC 27610, USA Walnut Creek Wetland Center, 950 Peterson St, Raleigh, NC 27610, USA Extension Forestry
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News and Updates
Subscription Options State Climate Office of NC blog open_in_browserWinter Outlook: A “Similar but Different” El Niño Taking Shape
Today, we kick off our seventh annual winter outlook series by looking at the state of the oceans and …
State Climate Office of NC blog open_in_browserUnmanned Aircraft Systems & Fire: A Conversation with Department of the Interior’s Steve Stroud
By Steve Stroud, DOI Office of Aviation Services Unmanned Aircraft Systems Fleet Manager 1) What …
Southeast Prescribed Fire Update blog open_in_browserStorm Damage Relief Program Update for Pastures
Three new programs will be available specifically to help farmers that had damage to pastures from the effects of …
Michael Ushers in Fall in North Carolina
We nearly felt all four seasons during October, including a warm start, a mid-month tropical storm, the eventual arrival …
State Climate Office of NC blog open_in_browserFarmer Disaster Assistance Webinar – 10-31-2018
N.C. Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services, along with NC State Extension and FSA, are announcing a program to …
Clearing the Air: A Discussion with Air Quality Forecasters
Today, our look at the state of air quality in North Carolina concludes with the third guest post by …
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Pine Pulpwood Prices Dropped 11% in North Carolina
After a substantial drop in July 2018, U.S. housing starts surged back in August 2018. Privately-owned housing starts in …
Think Food Safety When the Power is Out
Hurricane Michael made landfall earlier today in Florida and is quickly speeding along a track with takes it directly …
Valuing Storm Damaged Timber Following the Recent Storms
Hurricanes Florence caused over $70 million in significant damage to forest and timber land through wind and flooding. For storm …
NC State to Offer Free Occupational Safety Training for Key Recovery Service Providers
The information below has been provided by Wendy Laing, Director, Professional Learning and Instructional Design, Southeastern OSHA Training Institute Education Center, …
Coal Ash After Hurricane Florence
Hurricane Florence has caused significant impacts across North Carolina. As the flood waters begin to recede, breaches and flooding …
Fraud Alert - Hurricane Home Cleanup
NC Emergency Management recently posted a message warning residents that individuals are posing as NCVOAD Crisis Cleanup representatives. NCVOAD …
Emergency Insurance Procedures for Crops Damaged by Hurricane Florence
Hurricane Florence caused catastrophic damage in many counties in North Carolina and South Carolina. The Risk Management Agency (RMA), in …
NCDA&CS Warn Homeowners of Potential Home Termite Protection Failure After Flood
In a press release today, the North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services warns homeowners of termite risks …
Guidance on Microbial Contamination in Previously Flooded Outdoor Areas
Microbial contamination—both bacterial and viral—of flood waters can cause great concern for use of previously flooded outdoor areas. Limited …
NC Rural Center Announces Small Business Resources for Disaster Counties
Working in tandem with the NC Rural Center, the federal government’s Small Business Administration is working to provide efficient …
Guidance on Claims for NC Aquaculture
The following content was compiled and written by Pete Anderson, N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services’ Agribusiness and Aquaculture …
Important Disaster Programs for Pasture-Based Livestock Farmers
Producers incurring losses of livestock and damage to fences, pastures, hay and feed as a result of Hurricane Florence …
NCDA&CS Guidance and Request Form for Diversion of Crops and Commodities
The attached pdf files include a letter from the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services explaining diversion …
Tips for Handling Family Stress After a Disaster
by Ramah Dabbas and Kim Allen The rain has stopped and the water is gone, so now what? Following the …
Comment on Tree Fall Liability
Hurricane Florence reminds us all how quickly wind and rain can upend or tear limbs from a decades-old – …
USDA Announces Disaster SNAP Benefits for North Carolinians
The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced today that Disaster SNAP (D-SNAP) benefits are being implemented in counties impacted by …
Choosing a Home Repair Contractor
After a disaster, you may need to hire a professional to help you make home repairs. It’s essential that …
EFRP Provides Assistance to Private Forest Owners
The Emergency Forest Restoration Program (EFRP), administered by the USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA), helps the owners of non-industrial …