2023

Feb 24, 2023

You Decide: Is the Labor Market Returning to Normal?

While the pandemic upended the labor market, long-term trends are also at work in our ever-changing economy. 

Feb 10, 2023

You Decide: How Worrisome is the National Debt?

With national debt in the headlines again, NC State economist Mike Walden explains how the federal government borrows money and what can be done about the debt. 

Feb 7, 2023

A “Berry” Sweet CALS Love Story

From meeting at NC State, to traveling the world, to rebuilding a family farm, CALS alumni Austin and Christina Wrenn do almost everything together, and they wouldn’t have it any other way. 

Feb 7, 2023

NC State Economist: The Christmas Tree Industry in North Carolina: Characteristics and Challenges Ahead

Due to their widespread popularity, natural Christmas tree production is an important industry that makes sizable contributions to the rural economies in which trees are grown in the United States. 

Feb 6, 2023

ARE Welcomes New Faculty Members

We are excited to announce the addition of two new faculty members, Professor Spencer Banzhaf and Assistant Professor Edeoba Edobor. 

Jan 27, 2023

You Decide: Has There Been Some Good News on Income Inequality?

One of the most significant economic issues of our time has been widening income inequality. The COVID-19 pandemic and demographics have caused income inequality to narrow nationally, but what about North Carolina? 

Jan 20, 2023

ABM Office of Student Mentoring Hosts Welcome Back Event

Ag Business students were invited to stop by the ARE Student Lounge on the first day of the Spring 2023 semester to enjoy cookies, hot chocolate and community. 

Jan 20, 2023

Adverse Effect Wage Rates of H-2A Workers Increase in 2023

Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist Alejandro Gutierrez-Li provides an economic update on the H-2A visa program. 

Jan 13, 2023

You Decide: How Can We Fix the Labor Market?

Economist Mike Walden shares the issues in today’s labor market and his outlook on the future of how we learn and work.