Plank Road Forestry, LLC

03/09/2022

08/25/2021

We will be exhibiting at the12th Annual Great NC Tree Conference in Durham, NC on September 16th & 17th. Hope to see you there!

Our 12th annual conference will focus on the health benefits of urban trees and green spaces, as well as the importance of managing to maintain healthy trees in a manner that provides accessibility to these benefits for all residents. Presentations by experts and practitioners will explore opportuni...

06/13/2020

Clearcutting removes all the trees in a given area, much like a wildfire, hurricane or other natural disturbance would do. This method is an efficient way to convert unhealthy stands to healthy, productive forests because they allow managers to control the tree species that grow on the site through natural or artificial regeneration.

While a clearcut removes all canopy cover and is unattractive for a short period of time, it is an effective method for creating habitat for a variety of species. Animals that eat insects, such as turkeys and quails, and those that eat annual and perennial plants, such as bears and deer, thrive in recently clearcut areas.

For more information on forest management techniques check our website www.ncforestry.org/education

05/20/2020

Wondering when is the best time to burn to maximize longleaf pine growth? U.S. Forest Service's Southern Research Station has the answer with their recently published article! Be sure to keep in mind any burn bans that may be in effect for your area before burning. You can find the article here ➡️ https://bit.ly/timing-fire

03/21/2020

2020 Reforestation Pictures

03/18/2020

Images from our 2020 reforestation season

12/15/2019

Thanks to all that were able to attend our 2019 Christmas gathering. A special thanks to Lori Jarman and her family for catering our event.

Merry Christmas from Plank Road Forestry!