Profit for Purpose

Despite cancelling their spring plant sale due to COVID-19, Pi Alpha Xi held a successful fall sale with the help from N.C. Cooperative Extension. Funds raised go toward scholarships and community programs.

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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.

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

How to Tell When Your Turkey is Done

You’re ready to cook your prize poultry, but how long should you cook it? NC State Extension specialist Ben Chapman shares research-based tips to help you prepare a delicious bird.

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Podcast: Farms, Food and You

Waste Solutions: From Farm Waste to Feed, Fertilizer and Energy

In this episode of Farms, Food and You, learn how extension specialists and researchers are helping farmers use plant-based agricultural leftovers as cattle feed and turning hog waste into valuable bioenergy and fertilizer.

A Fruitful Family Legacy

The Underwoods’ story has it all. World War II drama and romance. Agriculture and art. David Thompson. And memories preserved in fruit.

How to Celebrate the Holidays During a Pandemic

NC State food safety experts Ben Chapman and Natalie Seymour serve up research-based tips and tools that will help keep you and your loved ones safe and happy this holiday season.

Avoiding Insect Invaders This Winter

Many bugs, including stink bugs, ladybugs and wasps, prefer to bed down in warm homes during the winter months. Matt Bertone, director of NC State’s Plant Disease and Insect Clinic, provides an overview of common nuisance pests and what you should know about them.

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Ventures Gained

Jason Davis has slowly grown his North River Farm from burley tobacco, hay and row crops. Now he has five divisions: row crops, vegetables, cattle, forage crops and agritourism.

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Risk and Resilience

North Carolina Farmers have faced significant stress in recent years, and COVID-19 has made matters worse. Find out what NC State is doing to help turn the tide.

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Nov 30

Monday6:30 PM

Gardens of the World Part Two: Western European Wonders

Dec 01

Tuesday1:00 PM

Keep Hope Alive: Winter Bloom and Other Plants of Interest – Plantsmen's Tour

Dec 04

Friday6:00 PM

Class of 2020 Commencement Exercises

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Profit for Purpose

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