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Feb 27, 2025

Paths Cross for Teen Miss Rodeo Winners

NC State students Rachael Martin and Sara Richardson bonded over their passion for horses and agriculture as winners of Teen Miss Rodeo North Carolina. 
Leafless trees in a Western North Carolina apple orchard in the winter.

Feb 26, 2025

Blooms of Spring Kick Off Helene Recovery

North Carolina’s apple crop, the seventh largest in the nation, suffered a severe blow in the aftermath of September’s Hurricane Helene, losing about 20% of its annual production. Growers are now preparing for the next phase of recovery as spring approaches. 
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Feb 21, 2025

NC State Faculty Visit Partner Schools and Alumni in Vietnam and Thailand

As part of a trip to Asia, College of Sciences Dean Lewis Owen and several faculty members from NC State visited Wolfpack alumni and partner schools. 
NC State College of Agriculture and Life Sciences professor Dr. Mike Walden working in a recording studio.

Feb 21, 2025

You Decide: What Can Egg Prices Teach Us About The Economy?

By Mike Walden My wife is an excellent cook, perhaps because she came from a family of cooks. Her paternal grandparents ran a restaurant, and her maternal grandparents were bakers.… 
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Feb 17, 2025

CALS Competition Teams Level Up Your College Experience

Check out some of CALS competition teams, which provide students with real-world experiences that promote deeper college engagement and community. 

Feb 14, 2025

Piggott Recognized as AARES Distinguished Fellow

This recognition is awarded to long-serving AARES members who have made sustained and distinguished contributions to agricultural and resource economics. 

Feb 12, 2025

NC Farm School Annual Report Released

The 2024 NC Farm School Annual Report summarizes the impacts of last year's program and looks ahead to this year's goals. 

Feb 11, 2025

Economic Outlook: Agriculture in 2025

The Carolina Journal reports on Hugh G. Kiger Distinguished Professor Jeffrey Dorfman's address at the NCDA&CS Ag Development Forum. 
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Feb 11, 2025

Alum Extends Roots to Support Agriculture

CALS alumnus Aaron Blackmon followed his family’s roots in agriculture and found his passion as a farmer and livestock Extension agent. 
NC State College of Agriculture and Life Sciences professor Dr. Mike Walden working in a recording studio.

Feb 7, 2025

You Decide: What Will Be Next For North Carolina’s Economy?

The North Carolina economy has relied on several industries throughout its history. What’s new on the horizon that could shake things up for the state? NC State Economist Mike Walden sheds some light on the future of manufacturing.