The State Climate Office of North Carolina and the North Carolina Agricultural Research Service are maintaining a network of fifteen stations for surface observations relevant for agricultural meteorology, pest management, and meso-climate analysis. The objective is to develop an integrated environmental and meteorological network spreading over the state of North Carolina. An overview of the present status is presented, regarding the stations, their location, agrometeorological dataavailability (variables and record length), measurements, quality control, data communication, and web dissemination . The stages of upgradation and the changes taking places in the data format and communication protocols will also be discussed. Each of these aspects are critical in development and dissemination of a reliable dataset and the steps and methodology adopted for each will be detailed. A description will also be provided regarding the potential applications and case studies resulting through this data set. Some examples include, data for assimilation studies in mesoscale analysis, boundary layer modeling studies for soil vegetation schemes, air pollution and emergency reponse analysis, proposals for curriculum development using on-site instrumentation and data analysis protocols, dynamic downscaling using interpolation techniques and assistance in pest management advisories. Application of web tools for dynamic displays, data base development and precision agriculture will also be discussed.