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Here at Carolina Forestry & Realty, we’re not just walking the land—we’re keeping a close eye on the policies that affect it. And this week, the North Carolina General Assembly introduced legislation that could significantly impact the way agricultural land is bought and sold in our state.

If you’ve ever wondered where the next generation of North Carolina’s foresters are getting their start—look no further than Montgomery Community College (MCC).

Carolina Forestry & Realty is pleased to present a new property offering in the fast-growing region of southern Granville County. The Old NC 75 Tract consists of approximately 54.2 deeded acres of residential development land…

Imagine pulling down your driveway, breathing in the scent of pine and hardwood, and watching sunlight dance across your own private pond. Nestled in southern Caswell County, just south of Yanceyville, this remarkable 135-acre estate on Alvis Boswell Road…

Spring in North Carolina brings more than wildflowers and warmer days—it’s also budget season in Raleigh. This April, the NC Senate’s proposed budget quietly called for eliminating the North Carolina Office of Environmental Education (EE).

Imagine turning the dream of owning the perfect parcel of North Carolina land into reality—without spending countless weekends combing the MLS or driving down every dirt road in the Piedmont.

Imagine stepping into one of North Carolina’s verdant forests—sunlight filtering through towering pines, the scent of rich earth beneath your boots, and the quiet hum of life all around you.

When you own forestland in North Carolina, you’re not just stewarding a piece of property—you’re caring for a living, breathing ecosystem that delivers wildlife habitat, clean air and water, recreational enjoyment and valuable timber.

When Hurricane Helene swept through the highlands of western North Carolina, it churned up forests, fields and farms alike. Months later, the scars of erosion and displaced soils are still visible—and many landowners and growers are working tirelessly to restore productivity and vitality to their land…

Imagine you’ve spent decades tending your pine and hardwood stands, only to find yourself undercut by imported boards sold at rock‑bottom prices. That’s exactly what’s happening today: Canada has just rolled out new subsidy programs for its softwood lumber industry

Today’s tax code forces landowners to deduct only a token “tax basis” for timber lost to natural disasters—often pennies on the dollar—making serious reforestation economically impossible.

One of the most common questions we hear from landowners is, “How much is my timber worth?” It’s a fair question — and the answer isn’t always straightforward.