N.C. Tree Farm Program, Inc.

The N.C. Tree Farm Program is accepting applications for its $500 college scholarship through July 22. Applicants must be the child or grandchild of a certified Tree Farmer who is currently enrolled in the N.C. Tree Farm Program. Learn more. Apply.
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Certification Standard 1:

Commitment to Practicing Sustainable Forestry

Landowner demonstrates commitment to forest health and sustainability by developing a forest management plan, implementing sustainable practices, and seeking opportunities to expand their knowledge and understanding of sustainable forest management.

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Certification Standard 2:

Compliance With Laws

Forest management activities comply with all relevant federal, state and local laws, regulations and ordinances.

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Certification Standard 3:

Reforestation and Afforestion

Landowner completes timely restocking of desired species of trees on a regeneration harvest site and nonstocked areas where tree growing is consistent with land use practices and the landowner’s objectives.

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Certification Standard 4:

Air, Water and Soil Protection

Forest management practices maintain or enhance the ecosystems and ecosystem services provided by the forest, including air, water, soil and site quality.

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Certification Standard 5:

Fish, Wildlife, Biodiversity and Forest Health

Forest management activities contribute to the conservation of biodiversity. Standard 5 addresses Forests of Recognized Importance.

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Certification Standard 6:

Forest Aesthetics

Forest management activities recognize the value of forest aesthetics.

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Certification Standard 7:

Protect Special Sites

Special sites are managed in ways that recognize their unique historical, archaeological, cultural, geological, biological or ecological characteristics.

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