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News From Extension Forestry

This image depicts the first step in the process of turning logs into lumber. It shows a log being debarked.
See Inside a Sawmill

Published - May 29, 2026

From: Wilkes County Center
pinned spotted lantenrfly adult with their wings opened and a white background
Spotted Lanternfly Monitoring Workshops

Published - May 15, 2026

From: Viticulture
Blank Woodland Owner Survey and envelope.
Woodland Owner Survey

Published - May 15, 2026

Forsyth County top scoring Senior Division WHEP Team (L-R): John Tyler, Lucy Mehaffey, Calloway Mehaffey, and Maggie Mehaffey.
Record Number of Youth Test Their Wildlife Knowledge

Published - May 5, 2026

Picture of Hurricane Helene Forest Damage in Rutherford County, NC
Financial Assistance for Timberland Owners Following Hurricane Helene

Published - April 17, 2026

Forest Drought Response Index Map shading various areas throughout the United States according to their drought level.
Managing Trees Under Drought Conditions

Published - April 9, 2026

Three monarch butterflies with orange and black wings rest on a moss-covered tree trunk in a forest, their wings open as they cluster together on the bark.
From Mexico’s Oyamel Fir Forests to North Carolina: The Monarch Migration Worth Protecting

Published - April 9, 2026

Image of Stephen Ruswick in a snowy landscape.
Welcome to the Team, Stephen Ruswick!

Published - April 1, 2026

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Upcoming Events

Mapping Burn Plans Webinar Wednesday | Jun 10 | 5:30 PM — 6:30 PM
Longleaf Pine Workshop for Private Landowners and Professionals Tuesday | Jun 16 | 8:30 AM — 4:00 PM 27770 NC-210, Currie, NC 28435, USA
Deer, Turkeys, and Beyond: Management to Benefit Wildlife on Your Property Saturday | Jun 20 | 8:30 AM — 4:00 PM Mebane, NC, USA
Troy Lumber Company Mill Tour Tuesday | Jun 23 | 9:00 AM — 12:00 PM 200 Glen Road, Troy, NC
Spotted Lanternfly Monitoring Workshop Wednesday | Jun 24 | 1:00 PM — 5:00 PM Hidden Vineyard, 125 Hidden Vines Ln, Dobson, NC 27017, USA
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News From NC State Extension

Dairy cattle standing at a feeding area on a North Carolina livestock farm.
USDA Drought Assistance Available for Livestock Producers

Published - June 5, 2026

From: NC Disaster Information Center
A row of hay bales arranged in a field during a sunny day.
NC Hay Finder Helps Producers Navigate Drought Conditions

Published - June 5, 2026

From: NC Disaster Information Center
Two bikers race to finish on red dirt gravel roads in Oklahoma.
Lessons from Events on the Front Line: Webinar Recap

Published - June 1, 2026

From: Tourism Extension
Flyer for the NCDA Block Grant Final Information Session on June 4, 2026, details in main text.
Final NCDA&CS Hurricane Helene Block Grant Information Session on June 4th

Published - June 1, 2026

From: Christmas Trees
Server standing and interacting at a table with three patrons sitting.
Destination Organizations Providing Critical Support: Webinar Recap

Published - May 4, 2026

From: Tourism Extension
Bright green spring leaves appear across blue sky
Resource Recap Destination Ready: NC Showcase

Published - April 21, 2026

From: Tourism Extension
Fraser fir buds beginning to transition from winter dormancy.
Drought in NC

Published - April 18, 2026

From: Christmas Trees
Jerry Moody holds Fraser fir branch
The Roots of Leadership: Jerry Moody Wins CALS Award for Excellence

Published - March 19, 2026

From: Christmas Trees
Decorative flyer restating the information in this article.
New Webinar Series - Destination Ready: A Virtual Forum for Tourism Stakeholders

Published - February 9, 2026

From: Tourism Extension
Cars at a traffic intersection during a snow storm.
Governor Declares State of Emergency, Issues Temporary Transportation Waiver Ahead of Winter Storm

Published - January 21, 2026

From: NC Disaster Information Center
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