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Growing Graduates

From careers in poultry science and sustainable farming to horticulture and bioprocessing, discover how CALS has helped seed the future of some of its newest graduates.

Explore Their Stories

95% Job Placement

Students with high-need degrees get jobs that have salaries well above the state’s median income.

Student Resources

$1.5 Billion

Our agricultural research has a massive economic impact on rural North Carolina.

Top-Notch Research

27-to-1 ROI

NC State Extension helps fuel the state’s economy by delivering solutions directly to residents.

NC State Extension

Your Path to CALS

Did you know there’s more than one way to get into CALS? Initiatives like STEAM, ASPIRE, Community College Partnership Program and the Agricultural Institute (AGI) offer potential paths to agriculture and life sciences education at NC State.

Explore Now

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Undergraduate Programs

Explore two-year, four-year, online and certificate programs.

Graduate Programs

Pursue an advanced degree where the basic and applied sciences meet.

Scholarships

Make a CALS education possible with a variety of funding opportunities.

Careers

See what’s possible with a degree in the agricultural and life sciences at CALS.

Student Wellness

CALS students are given the resources they need to find their place, their people, and themselves.

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You Decide: Is it Code Red for the Economy?

NC State economist Mike Walden takes a look at the health of the economy after the first quarter of 2025 and why some experts are worried about a recession.

Protein Sources Change the Gut Microbiome – Some Drastically

A new study by NC State researchers shows that protein sources in an animal’s diet can have major effects on both the population and function of the microscopic life within their gut.

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How Do I Protect My Home From Termites? Prevention and Control Tips

Discover effective tips for preventing and controlling termites in your home. Learn how to identify termite infestations early and protect your property.

Let’s Get Social

Stay connected with all things CALS on our social media channels.

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Oh, the places you’ll go. 🌎☀️ CALS students and recent grads are up to some great things this summer, with internships from coast to coast.

🎤 Hear about some of their summer plans.

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That spider in the corner might be a better roommate than you think. 🕷️🕸️

Director of NC State’s Plant Disease and Insect Clinic Matt Bertone unravels the science behind why you shouldn’t squash the spider in your home.

Meet CALS grad Brynna Laughter. 🎓

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Meet CALS grad Brynna Laughter. 🎓

Brynna is from Edneyville, North Carolina, and graduated last week with a Bachelor of Science in Biological and Agricultural Engineering Technology. At NC State, she was involved in the @ncsusigmaalpha professional agricultural sorority.

"My time at NC State CALS has exceeded every expectation I had coming in as a freshman. The overwhelming support from faculty, collaboration with exceptional peers and the opportunity to work on hands-on projects like my capstone have helped me grow both personally and professionally in ways I never imagined," she said. "This experience has not only prepared me for my career but also given me a deep appreciation for the community and opportunities CALS has to offer. I’m incredibly proud to be part of the Wolfpack and deeply grateful for the people who made my college experience unforgettable."

After graduation, she will be working as an agricultural specialist at Agri-Waste Technology.

Congratulations, Brynna, and welcome to the Alumni Pack! 🐺

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Meet Garey Fox

From head of the Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering to the dean of CALS, Garey Fox is leading our college into the future of agriculture and life sciences.

Meet the Dean

Research

Discover the research and innovations that allow us to solve grand challenges in agriculture and the life sciences.

Food Animal Initiative

Establishing North Carolina as the world leader in food-animal biosciences.

Food Innovation Lab

Driving plant-based food innovation from concept to commercialization.

Plant Sciences Initiative

Improving the world through plant science innovation.

CALS Weekly

May 17

Saturday9:00 AM

Gardening in Containers: A Hands-On Workshop With Bryce Lane

May 16

Friday9:00 AM

Spring Garden Party at Juniper Level Botanic Garden