Agricultural Land Use Summit

(Updated: Jan. 20, 2026, 9:26 a.m.)

February 6, 2026 from 8:30am - 12:30pm
Lunch will be provided

Landowners, agriculture producers and conservationists are invited to attend a half-day summit to learn about tax planning, Present Use value, what is a bona fide farm, and the future of economic outlook.

Attorney & NC State Associate Extension Professor Andrew Branan will be joining us with a variety of local experts to answer your land use questions.

Topics covered include:
Growth Plan for Burke County
Alan Glines, Burke County Community Development Director

Bonafide Farm Zoning Program
Bradley Kirkley, Burke County Community Development Assistant Director

Present Use Value Tax Deferment 
John Bridgers, Burke County Tax Administrator

There is no charge to attend but registration is required!  
Call our office at 828-764-9480 to register no later than January 30, 2026.