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RALEIGH, NC (March 28, 2018)…The N.C. Forest Service is urging residents across the state to think safety and exercise caution during the spring fire season, which typically lasts from March to May. Wildfire risk typically higher through…

RALEIGH, NC (October 2, 2017)…As fall wildfire season approaches, the N.C. Forest Service encourages North Carolinians to heed the call of National Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 8-14, and take steps to ensure careful burning of leaves and yard…

RALEIGH, NC (September 25, 2017)…A recent study has found that North Carolina’s wine and grape industry continues to grow, posting a 15 percent increase since the last study was conducted two years ago. The total economic impact of the…

RALEIGH, NC (September 12, 2017)…A weakened Hurricane Irma brought strong winds and rain to North Carolina that could have affected forestland and trees. The N.C. Forest Service encourages landowners and others to exercise caution when…

FLETCHER, NC (September 5, 2017)…The 2017 N.C. Mountain State Fair opens Friday, Sept. 8, at 9 a.m. at the WNC Agricultural Center. The opening weekend includes special promotions, competitions and entertainment for the whole family. The…

RALEIGH, NC (August 25, 2017)...Fescue is a popular cool-season grass that is grown in many parts of the state, with major growth happening between September and June. For this reason, fertilizer applications, especially nitrogen, are…

RALEIGH, NC (July 10, 2017)...Peach lovers across the state can expect to find plenty of peaches for homemade ice cream, cobblers or just eating fresh. While a late freeze affected many orchards across the state, growers from the mountains…