North Carolina Plant Conservation Board

Commission Details

Board Website Board Website
Long Name North Carolina Plant Conservation Board
Department Agriculture
Governor Appointments 4
Total Board Positions 7
Cite Name N.C. Gen. Stat.
Cite Number § 106-202.14
Ethics 1
Term Length 4 Years
Purpose The board adds and subtracts species from the list of endangered or threatened native plants. Members also adopt and enforce regulations to protect rare native plants in the state. The board has seven members, each serving a four-year term. The governor appoints four members. The others are appointed by the state agriculture commissioner.

Current Members

Member Name Term Start Date Term End Date Term Type Position Requirements
Michael Kunz October 1, 2025 September 30, 2029 Limited Member Rep. Of NC Botanical Garden
Matt C. Estep October 1, 2023 September 30, 2027 Limited Member Rep. Of Scientific Community
James Slye October 1, 2023 September 30, 2027 Limited Member Division Of Forest Resources Rep.
Julie H. Moore October 1, 2025 September 30, 2029 Limited Chair Rep. Of Conservation Organization
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