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August 2018

Aug 30, 2018

N.C. Farm School is Helping a Flower Business Bloom

Since its inception, the North Carolina Farm School has grown statewide and helped launch nearly 50 new farms in North Carolina. 

NC State College of Agriculture and Life Sciences professor Dr. Mike Walden working in a recording studio.

Aug 29, 2018

Economic Perspective: Where Are the Jobs?

With talk of growth in the job market, many are wondering what industries are hiring. 

Aug 28, 2018

Discover NC Dairy

From inside a tractor can to the milking parlor in action, our new website takes you behind the scenes - and into every corner - of a modern dairy farm. 

Aug 27, 2018

Branan Discusses PACA with Sweet Potato Growers

Andrew Branan, Extension Assistant Professor (of law), briefed grower and packer members of the North Carolina Sweet Potato Commission on the accounts receivable protections available to farmers under the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act. 

Aug 27, 2018

Coit and Treme Receive DELTA grants

Two ARE professors awarded DELTA grants for "Rapid Design" in online classes. 

Aug 24, 2018

Video Spotlight: Summer Internships at AgCarolina

Watch ABM students Courtney and Katelyn discuss their summer internships at AgCarolina. 

NC State College of Agriculture and Life Sciences professor Dr. Mike Walden working in a recording studio.

Aug 22, 2018

Economic Perspective: Good and Bad Price Information

The average inflation rate tracks the rise and fall of costs over numerous commodities and services. How have the prices looked over the last decade? 

NC State College of Agriculture and Life Sciences professor Dr. Mike Walden working in a recording studio.

Aug 20, 2018

Economic Perspective: Age and Business Start-ups

There's a belief out there that entrepreneurs and start-ups are often linked to the young, but is that accurate? What age do most entrepreneurs start their businesses? 

Aerial view of downtown Raleigh.

Aug 17, 2018

You Decide: How Does North Carolina Compare on Incentives?

States often offer incentives to lure businesses to their states. How does North Carolina's use of incentives over the years compare to other states? 

Aug 17, 2018

Brown Appointed to WH Council of Economic Advisors

Dr. A. Blake Brown joined the Council of Economic Advisors at the White House on August 1st.