College of Agriculture and Life Sciences

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Feb 24, 2026

Choose the Perfect Plant with Big Data

Discover how the NC State Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox uses research-based data to help you select the right plants for your location, ensuring a sustainable and thriving landscape.

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Feb 23, 2026

Lina Quesada-Ocampo Named Executive Director of the IR-4 Project

The IR-4 Project's new leader brings over 15 years of experience in applied pest management research and Extension work to her new role.

Feb 20, 2026

You Decide: What’s Wrong With the Job Market?

NC State economist Mike Walden breaks down the latest U.S. job statistics and the factors causing businesses to be hesitant about hiring.

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Feb 18, 2026

Fueling a Love for Food

After more than 30 years as a food scientist, CALS alumna Angela Cauley is focused on sharing the many facets of the field with future generations.

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Feb 18, 2026

Illuminating Cell Division with AI

Orlando Arguello-Miranda, assistant professor of plant and microbial biology, is focused on using AI to understand the complexity of biological systems to revolutionize the future of agriculture and improve human life.

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Feb 16, 2026

Thomas Jefferson Scholars: Discovering the Value of Interdisciplinary Study

As a member of NC State's Thomas Jefferson Scholars program, Grant Johnson gets to explore his majors of biological engineering and philosophy from both technical and human perspectives.

Feb 11, 2026

Survey Says: Floriculture Sustainability Differs by Industry Sector

Findings could provide a roadmap to help all sectors reach sustainability goals.

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Feb 11, 2026

Love That Goes the Distance

NC State alumni Christina and Casey Phillips started their journey as a couple at the dairy barn. Two cross-country moves later, they returned to North Carolina to raise a family.

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Feb 10, 2026

Fridge Factor Opens the Door for NC State Students To Become Citizen Scientists

Food scientists in CALS created Fridge Factor, the 2026 Pack Science Challenge. They’re recruiting 250 NC State students to collect data on food storage, disposal and safety.