News | Agricultural and Human Sciences

Where Youth Development Meets AgTech

A dedicated 4-H Extension Agent and NC State Alumna, Crystal Starkes, uses her NC State degree in Youth, Family, and Community Sciences to expand access to STEM and AgTech education while empowering families as partners in youth development.

New $2.35M Grant Expands Farm Stress Support in the Southern Region

AHS and NC State Extension faculty received a $2.35 million USDA/NIFA grant to lead a regional network addressing farm and ranch stress across the Southern United States.

Agricultural and Human Sciences Published Research for Fall 2025

The dedicated faculty members of the Department of Agricultural and Human Sciences have contributed to the academic landscape by authoring a multitude of insightful articles throughout the current quarter. Their…

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Cultivating Leadership, Service, and Youth Development

Driven by a passion for service, mentorship, and youth development, Agricultural Science major Lance Williams has transformed his early 4-H experiences into a clear purpose and a future dedicated to strengthening rural communities across North Carolina.

Expanding Market Access Through Farm-to-Institution

NC State and partners are launching an innovative Farm to Institution pilot in Robeson County to expand market access for small farmers and strengthen community food security through coordinated local food supply chains.

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Fall CALS Grads Look to the Future

Three soon-to-be graduates reflect on their time with CALS, what they’ve learned and what comes next.

Garden of Love: Cultivating Curiosity and Community Health

Mt. Olive Head Start’s new “Garden of Love” brings families, partners, and the community together to create an outdoor learning space that nurtures healthy food access, hands-on education, and the wellbeing of children in Columbus County.

Healthy Beyond the Body: A Five-Episode Podcast Series by the Department of Agricultural and Human Sciences

A new five-episode podcast series dives into what “healthy” truly means by exploring health and well-being through the combined lenses of psychology, communications, nutrition, food science, and agriculture.

AEE 435: Professional Presentations in Agricultural Organizations

AEE 435 transforms presentation anxiety into confidence by giving students hands-on experience, real-world feedback, and the professional communication skills they need to succeed beyond the classroom.