Project Name : NCDA&CS Mountain Agricultural Research Station
Description : The Mountain Research Station primarily researches Christmas trees, burley tobacco, livestock, particularly beef cattle, and forage crop management to support sustainable farm systems in the mountainous regions of North Carolina. The high-altitude and mountainous climate presents challenges, including cold winters, late spring frosts, and variable rainfall, which can impact livestock health, forage production, and overall farm productivity. The station's infrastructure includes livestock research facilities, pastures, laboratories, and experimental fields, all designed to develop and promote best management practices suited for elevated and rugged terrain.