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Apr 22, 2026

Bradford Pear Bounty Program Replaces Invasive Trees With Native Species

A statewide program offers free native trees to North Carolinians in exchange for invasive Bradford pears, restoring natural habitats and biodiversity.
Upward view of a tree trunk with a canopy of green leaves and dappled sunlight.

Apr 8, 2026

What Are the Worst Trees for Allergies?

Hardwood trees are the main source of spring allergies, releasing pollen from February through May that can trigger respiratory symptoms.
Forest fire with large flames and thick smoke above green shrubs.

Apr 3, 2026

Amazon Wildfires: Why They Happen and How to Stop Them

NC State experts explain what drives Amazon wildfires, their impact on forests and communities and how policies and technology aim to prevent them.
Dense evergreen forest with a cloud of pollen creating a hazy effect.

Mar 26, 2026

Pine Tree Pollen Unlikely to Cause Spring Allergies

Pine pollen is less likely to trigger allergic reactions compared to hardwood tree pollen. NC State professor Robert Bardon explains why.
A black insect with antennae on a green leaf.

Feb 3, 2026

Elm Zigzag Sawfly May Threaten More Tree Species Than Previously Known

New research finds the invasive elm zigzag sawfly can survive on Japanese zelkova, suggesting it could pose a greater threat to urban trees in North America.
Aerial view of Pisgah National Forest, North Carolina during autumn - Fall Foliage in North Carolina: What to Expect This Year - College of Natural Resources News at NC State

Sep 15, 2025

Fall Foliage in North Carolina: What to Expect This Year

Fall foliage will likely peak in the mountains in mid-October, followed by the Piedmont region in late October and the Coastal Plain region in early November.
Flames and smoke curtain of a forest fire in the Brazilian Amazon. - Wildfires: Expert Answers to Your Burning Questions - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Jun 25, 2025

Wildfires: Essential Facts and Insights

NC State researchers address some of the most frequently asked questions about wildfires — from what causes them to how they can be stopped.
An oak tree in springtime. - Ready for Spring Allergies? Here's What You Need to Know - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Mar 18, 2025

Ready for Spring Allergies? Here’s What You Need to Know

Tree pollen is often the cause of most spring allergy symptoms, according to NC State professor Robert Bardon.
A distant view of a forest fire, with flames and smoke rising against the backdrop - How Do Wildfires Impact the Environment? - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Feb 21, 2025

How Do Wildfires Impact the Environment?

In addition to altering vegetation patterns and destroying wildlife habitats, wildfires can degrade water and air quality.

A seed of a green sprout grows in scorched soil. - How Do Wildfires Impact Plants? - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Feb 17, 2025

How Do Wildfires Impact Plants?

Wildfires can have a wide range of effects on trees and other plants in affected areas, according to NC State professor Robert Scheller.