Protecting Farmworkers

Designer Lisbeth Carolina Arias’ cloth masks will help protect farmworkers in North Carolina through a partnership with NC State Extension.

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Curious, Creative, Connected and Caring

Throughout his NC State career, engineer Mike Boyette has used these four Cs as a guide for transforming North Carolina agriculture and cultivating a cadre of alumni committed to making a difference.

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Jul 21, 2020

The Future of North Carolina Agriculture

Farmers are the backbone of North Carolina’s $92.7 billion agriculture and agribusiness industry. What opportunities do industry leaders see as keys to a successful future? And how are NC State Extension and research helping position them to make the most of those opportunities? Learn more in the latest episode of Farms, Food and You.

Jul 14, 2020

Financial Resources for COVID Relief for NC Agribusinesses

COVID-19 has affected every industry, including agriculture. Business owners needing financial assistance can check our list of resources to see what organizations may be able to assist them.

Jul 17, 2020

You Decide: Can Good Things Come From Bad Times?

Historically, how have businesses and economies changed when coming out of economic crises?

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Jul 29, 2020

Extension Fills Field Day Void

NC Extension agents like Jenny Carleo are tapping video technology to fill the void of canceled field day gatherings. It’s a new, timely skill set that agents are scrambling to master for their clients’ benefit.

Jul 27, 2020

Student Turns Challenging Circumstance into Opportunity for Growth

Despite facing disappointment after a cancelled summer internship, Kailee decided to use her time to help others face the pandemic as well as boost her entrepreneurial skills.

Beaming With Excitement

NC State Chancellor Randy Woodson thanks supporters of the NC State University Plant Sciences building as members of our community sign the final beam being placed into the building. The facility is expected to open in the winter of 2022.

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Freezing Bulk Poultry at Home

Candice Christian, consumer and retail food safety expert with NC State Extension, talks us through the basics of packaging and freezing poultry for optimum freshness and safety.

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Safely Sanitizing Surfaces at Home

For most of us, having a sick loved one at home compels us to sanitize frequently used surfaces. But how well do commonly used cleaners actually sanitize?

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Leading the Way

$1.5B

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

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ROI: NC State Extension's work helps fuel the N.C. economy by delivering solutions directly into the hands of the state's citizens.

95%

Nearly all CALS students with high-need degrees graduate with jobs that have salaries well above the state’s median income.

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Scissors and Shovels: A Year of Transformation

In just one year, CALS saw six new major projects either break ground or open doors – the largest infrastructure expansion in college history. A look at what’s up, what’s next and why you should care.

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Aug4

Tuesday 6:30 PM

Planning and Planting a Fall Vegetable Garden in the Southeast

Aug5

Wednesday 3:00 PM

Webinar - Midweek with Mark - JC Raulston Arboretum

Aug10

Monday 8:00 AM

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Protecting Farmworkers

Curious, Creative, Connected and Caring