Acquiring state lands on 2,059 acres of forestland for the state of north carolina acting through the north carolina department PF parks and recreation who will manage the acres for conservation…

The Department of Agriculture Forest Service R8-Southern Region awarded $8.78 million to the North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services on July 14, 2026, under the Forest Legacy Program (CFDA 10.676) to acquire 2,059 acres of forestland in North Carolina for conservation protection and public benefits. The North Carolina Department of Parks and Recreation will manage the acquired acres. The award obligates $8.78 million with a period of performance through July 13, 2031. Performance takes place in North Carolina. The Forest Legacy Program provides grants to states to protect environmentally important privately owned forest lands threatened by conversion to non-forest uses through conservation easements or fee simple purchases. Eligible projects must fall within an approved Forest Legacy Area, align with priorities in the state's Assessment of Need, and comply with Forest Legacy Program state and national criteria.

Acquiring state lands on 2,059 acres of forestland for the state of north carolina acting through the north carolina department PF parks and recreation who will manage the acres for conservation protection and public benefits