With 35 years of history, we are the longest running forest farming program in the country.

We help NC farmers and forest landowners build more sustainable and profitable operations through agroforestry. Our research and extension program optimizes existing production systems, and develops promising new forest-farmed crops. We also work with stakeholders and industry to develop and expand markets for locally grown forest products. Our program provides workshops and other educational opportunities,and access to accurate, research based information on production and marketing.