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May 11, 2017

Congratulations, Dr. Jonathan Phillips!

Senior Lecturer Jonathan Phillips is now Dr. Jonathan Phillips after completing his PhD in Economics this spring. 

A sea of mortarboards at NC State commencement

May 10, 2017

Extraordinary Grads, Endless Opportunities

The homestretch is narrowing, and the end is in sight. Meet eight of the college’s outstanding students poised to receive degrees at commencement exercises this weekend. 

May 5, 2017

Kendall del Rio Receives CALS Award for Excellence

Kendall del Rio, Student Services Assistant to the Undergraduate Office of ARE, won the CALS Award for Excellence in April! Kendall is recognized for her excellent efforts supporting our Undergraduate Coordinator and… 

Apr 24, 2017

Dr. Edward Kick Nominated for 2017 Jackson Rigney International Service Award

Our own Dr. Edward Kick was among four nominees for the 2017 Jackson Rigney International Service Award. 

Johnny Barnes and Bryan Salmons in a facility where sweet potatoes are packaged for sale.

Apr 18, 2017

New Program Addresses the Business of Farming

A new Executive Farm Management Program – offered through a partnership between NC State and East Carolina University – aims to help North Carolina farmers effectively lead complex organizations and compete on a global scale. 

Guido van der Hoeven

Apr 10, 2017

Extension Specialist Addresses U.S. House Ag Committee

NC State’s Guido van der Hoeven tells members of the U.S. House of Representatives’ Committee on Agriculture that current tax laws create impediments for farmers who’d like to retire as well as for people who’d like to enter the profession. 

James Lamb in tractor cab.

Mar 27, 2017

Program Builds Leaders for North Carolina Agriculture

With farmers making up only 2 percent of the population, James Lamb believes it’s more important than ever for them to let the public know about agriculture. That’s just one of the reasons he devoted 50 days over two years to a program aimed at preparing agricultural leaders for North Carolina. 

BAE's L.T. Woodlief receives an award for 45 years of service to NC State

Mar 22, 2017

Faculty Focus: 45 Years and Going Strong

Labin “L.T.” Woodlief Jr. has worked for NC State University for 45 years. And he’s eyeing the big 5-0. Woodlief is a research specialist in the Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering. 

Dr. Rob Dunn just published a new book about the risks of lack of biodiversity in food.

Mar 17, 2017

Yes, We Might Have No Bananas

Rob Dunn’s newest book, “Never Out of Season,” examines the risks of a lack of biodiversity in our food supply. Dunn is a professor in the Department of Applied Ecology. 

mother and daughter looking at fresh produce at farmers market

Mar 16, 2017

Online Master of Nutrition Program Nabs Top National Ranking

For the second year in a row, NC State’s online Master of Nutrition program ranked No. 1 on a list of the country’s top programs by BestColleges.com.