Welcome to CALS
Help us shape the future of agriculture and the life sciences.
Welcome from the Dean
Future-proofing Agriculture and Life Sciences
At NC State’s College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS), we are at the forefront of a revolution in how healthy food reaches our tables, sustains our communities, and secures the future. Technological advancements and innovative research are transforming the agriculture and life sciences landscape, and CALS is leading the way by driving the connectivity and collaboration necessary to create lasting change.
Through our future-proof initiative, we are committed to:
- Developing Tomorrow’s Workforce: Equipping the next generation of leaders and innovators with the skills they need to thrive in a rapidly evolving industry.
- Driving Resiliency Through Innovation: Creating solutions that enhance the sustainability and strength of our food systems, agriculture, and environmental resources.
- Championing Agriculture and Life Sciences: Supporting the industries and communities that form the backbone of North Carolina’s economy and ensuring they remain vital for generations to come.
Whether in the classroom, the field, or the lab, we are preparing for the challenges of tomorrow while delivering real-world impact today. Join us in our mission to future-proof agriculture and life sciences—and help us build a more resilient, innovative, and thriving world.
Thinking about attending CALS? Let us help you find your path to NC State.
Want to make an impact? Join our faculty and staff now.
Want to partner with us? We are doing big things to shape the future of agriculture and the life sciences through our partnerships with state, federal, local governments and agencies, agricultural organizations and industry leaders. Partner with us to ensure our mutual success.
We are proudly living our vision, and we invite you to join us.
Garey Fox
Dean, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
North Carolina State University
Get to Know Us
Our Land-Grant Roots
On March 7, 1887, the North Carolina General Assembly founded North Carolina College of Agriculture and Mechanic Arts as a land-grant college. Its mission was to provide practical, classical education to North Carolina students, focusing on agriculture and the mechanical arts.
Today, North Carolina State University has nearly 37,000 students and is the largest university in the state. Though much has changed, one thing remains the same – the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences continues to create and extend the education and research-driven solutions that improve agriculture and the lives of our neighbors – across the state and around the world.
