NC State Economist
2022 Economic Outlook: Moving Toward the Next, New North Carolina
The big questions are, will the good news continue in 2022, and is the stage being set for the next new North Carolina?
NC State Economist: An Update on North Carolina Solar Development and Decommission Policy
A look at the current solar energy capabilities in NC and the plan for decommission.
NC State Economist: An Update on North Carolina Solar Development and Decommission Policy
Take a look at the current solar energy capabilities in North Carolina and the developing plan for decommission and disposal that will be needed in the coming years.
The H-2A Visa Program: Addressing Farm Labor Scarcity in North Carolina
An improved H-2A program is essential for the future of agriculture in North Carolina and its rural communities.
The Contribution of Wild-Caught Seafood to NC’s Economy
New research has found that North Carolina's wild-caught commercial seafood industry provides 5,500 jobs and nearly $300 million to the state's gross domestic product.
Specialty Crops in 2020: COVID-19 and Other Challenges
Daniel Tregeagle highlights the impact of COVID-19 on specialty crops and shares results from a recent survey of caneberry growers.
NC State Economist: New Study Explores Climate Change Impacts on North Carolina Coastal Angling
Recreational fishing is an important source of income and jobs in North Carolina. Read how could the industry be impacted by changing weather patterns.
Pork, Pandemics and Politics: U.S. Agricultural Trade with China
In a year of volatile markets and culminating trade agreements, what can we expect from U.S. exports to China of agricultural products? If the past few months are any indicator, we may need to expect the unexpected.
2020 Economic Outlook: Down or Just Slowdown?
Indicators suggest growth will continue, albeit more slowly than in 2019.
North Carolinians Benefit from Water Pollution Credit Trading
This article explores how water quality markets help North Carolina reduce the cost of protecting its waters, while also discussing challenges facing these markets and potential improvements.