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Jun 4, 2026

A Stinky Discovery: New Parasite Found in Snake Scent Glands

Student researchers in the Sustainable Health Ecology Lab in the Department of Applied Ecology recently discovered a potentially new species of parasitic nematode in the scent glands of three snake species. 
NC State research flies a drone over dormant warm-season turfgrass research plots.

Jun 3, 2026

Harvesting Data for Agriculture

New technology for better drone-based data collection and analysis is helping turn North Carolina’s agricultural research stations into farms of the future, and an N.C. Plant Sciences Initiative team is intent on delivering even more tech solutions that help farmers put data to work. 
Josué Alarcón Mendoza, a precision horticulture graduate researcher in horticultural science, showcases the tomato harvest from his research plots in Clinton, NC.

Jun 2, 2026

Exploring Cost-Effective Fumigation Methods for Small Growers

Graduate student Josué Alarcón Mendoza's research in precision horticulture aims to make soil fumigation more accessible for small and medium fruit growers. 
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Jun 2, 2026

Scientists Identify ‘Mystery Beetle’ Attacking Blueberry Farms Across North Carolina

A new study from NC State University researchers has identified destructive beetles inhabiting North Carolina blueberry fields as Prionus imbricornus, a species of longhorn beetle. 
Mike Walden, CALS ARE Extension

May 29, 2026

You Decide: How Will You Vote on New Tax Proposals?

State legislators have approved adding constitutional amendments on taxes to North Carolina ballots. NC State economist Mike Walden provides context on the potential pros and cons of these measures. 
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May 28, 2026

Manure Marketplace in the Making: NC State’s Food Animal Initiative Developing New Tool

A new manure marketplace project at NC State University seeks to make the most of this organic fertilizer by creating a tool to connect livestock and poultry producers with row crop farmers. 
A food scientist wearing personal protective gear oversees four Artemis II astronauts tasting food and rating it on their laptops

May 27, 2026

Feeding the Artemis II Crew: A Q&A with NC State Alumna Grace Douglas of NASA

Grace Douglas, the lead scientist for NASA’s Advanced Food Technology research, explores how to provide palatable, nutritious meals for astronauts. 
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May 26, 2026

Breeding Possibilities for Better Crops

Driven by a strong work ethic, Caitlin Kestell, a doctoral student in crop science, pursues genome editing and biotechnology to advance crop improvement and inspire young scientists. 
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May 22, 2026

Lessons from Collard Greens

Mallory Choudoir, assistant professor of plant and microbial biology, is exploring the ecological relationships between soil microbes and heirloom collard cultivation with support through a seed grant from NC State’s Global One Health Academy. 
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May 20, 2026

I Am CALS: Tate Mayo

Alumnus Tate Mayo is preserving his family’s farm and textile legacy while leading his hometown of Tarboro, North Carolina, into the future.