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N.C. Forest Service planning prescribed fire operations for DuPont State Recreational Forest in Cedar Mountain. More info.
N.C. Forest Service planning prescribed fire operation for Holmes Educational State Forest in Hendersonville. More info.

What We Do

North Carolina's forestland is one of the greatest influences in the state, providing economic value and adding immeasurably to the quality of life for its residents. The forest products industry is the largest manufacturing business sector in the state, contributing approximately $35.3 billion annually to the state's economy and providing around 139,700 jobs for North Carolinians. The N.C. Forest Service's primary purpose is to ensure adequate and quality forest resources for the state to meet its present and future needs.

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State Forests

Turnbull Creek Educational State Forest Winter 2024 Newsletter

Check out the latest edition of News from the Forest. Learn more about the second annual F.L.A.M.E. week event that happened on the forest in February, ongoing logging operations and upcoming events you don't want to miss.

Forest Health

N.C. Forest Service Forest Health Highlights 2023

Dive into the 2023 review of N.C. Forest Service forest health highlights. Learn more about the impacts of pest and disease detections, invasive plants and abiotic stressors on North Carolina’s forests and what’s on our watchlist moving forward.

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State Forests

Holmes Educational State Forest The Talking Forest Fall 2023 Newsletter

Check out the fall edition of The Talking Forest newsletter from Holmes Educational State Forest. Learn more about the busy fall wildfire season in the mountains, Farm City Day, self-guided activities and the free guided wildflower hikes, an HESF fan favorite.

About NC Forest Products

#1 Manufacturing Sector in the state for employment in combined sectors of furniture, wood products and paper.
Every dollar created in the forest sector contributed an additional $0.63 to the North Carolina economy.
$35.3 Billion Annual Economic Contribution to the state's economy and supports more than 139,700 jobs.
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