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NC State Extension Forestry will host a webinar for farmers and farmworkers to share Hurricane Helene recovery resources on October 24, 2024.

Helene Response Resources for Farmers and Farmworkers (Webinar)

NC State Extension Forestry, in partnership with state and federal agencies supporting the recovery efforts, will host a webinar on October 24 to share vital information and resources with Western…

An NC State student tends to soil in a farm field.

Soil Management Recommendations for Helene-Impacted Western N.C.

Hurricane Helene caused great devastation throughout much of Western North Carolina and farm fields were not spared. There are reports of impacts to fields in all landscape positions. This situation…

Close-up of Red Imported Fire Ant

Moving Hay From Fire Ant Quarantine Areas (Helene Recovery)

[Download a PDF version of this post.]The imported fire ant (Solenopsis invicta; IFA) is a federally regulated invasive species that is a threat to agriculture and poses a health concern to humans,…

Closeup of Disaster Relief Sign

Extending a Helping Hand in Helene Recovery

The following is an excerpt from "Getting a Recovery Foothold in the N.C. Mountains," written by Tim Peeler for NC State News.In the two weeks since Hurricane Helene swamped the North Carolina…

A forest full of damaged trees after a strong hurricane has passed through.

Recovering From a Disaster: Things Forest Landowners Should Consider

Hurricane Helene caused significant damage to forest and timberland through high winds and especially flooding in many areas of Western North Carolina. Recovering from storm of this magnitude can be…

Aftermath of Hurricane Helene near Biltmore Village in Asheville, N.C.

NEED HELP? Where to Start With Hurricane Helene Recovery

As relief efforts related to Hurricane Helene's impact in Western North Carolina continue to transition from rescue to recovery, people may be unsure where to turn for help.While there are numerous…

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Dealing With Pasture, Hay, Feed and Animal Health Issues During Hurricane Helene Recovery

As a result of Hurricane Helene, lower lying areas along creeks, streams and rivers received flood waters and extensive damage to infrastructure and existing agricultural crops. Farmers will be…

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Helping Livestock Farmers Assess Damage From Hurricane Helene

Many farms along rivers and creeks in Western North Carolina have experienced some level of flooding damage. In some areas the damage is extensive. Regardless of what their crop mix is, it is…

Aerial view of flooded farm fields in Western North Carolina

Crop Insurance Guidance for Farmers

In the wake of Hurricane Helene, the agricultural community in Western North Carolina is faced with a long and uncertain road to recovery. For many of the region's farmers, an entire season's worth…

Submerged van in the Swannanoa River near Biltmore Village after Hurricane Helene in Asheville, N.C.

Hurricane Helene: Fact vs. Rumor

View the original post at NCDPS.gov.There are many false reports and instances of misinformation being shared on social media regarding the recovery response to Hurricane Helene. False reports of…