Extension

Jun 25, 2019

Economic Perspective: Is Moving to a City Always Successful?

Does moving to a big city in search of higher paying jobs and greater opportunities always pay off? 

Jun 24, 2019

Mike Walden: Are Ominous Signs of a Major Economic Downturn Staring Us in the Face?

Some economists see indicators of an upcoming recession. Walden explains why this may, or may not, be the case. 

Jun 24, 2019

Discover NC Dairy 360° VR Headsets Project Update

Agent training sessions were held in Mills River, Statesville and Raleigh. Brittany Whitmire (ARE) and Dr. Shannon Davidson (ANS), both NCSU Extension, partnered with the NC Pork Council and The Dairy Alliance to deliver these workshops. Results of the VR program will be shared and discussed at the Extension conference in October. 

Jun 20, 2019

Economic Perspective: The New Workplace

The modern workplace is changing from what the traditional sense. What's behind these changes? 

Jun 11, 2019

You Decide: Which Inflation Matter Should Win?

Inflation has been calculated the same way for a long time, but a new method is ready to be used. How does this new calculation work, and why was it introduced? 

Jun 6, 2019

Van der Hoeven Chairs National Farm Income Tax Extension Committee

Guido played a key role in developing clear instructions for agribusiness tax-payers. 

Jun 6, 2019

Economic Perspective: How to Get Rich

Is there a formula for getting rich? NC State University economist Mike Walden discusses some new research on the matter. 

Jun 4, 2019

Economic Perspective: Can Casinos Revive a Local Economy?

What economic impact can casinos have when introduced to small towns? 

May 29, 2019

New Numbers on the Value of NC Ag. and Agribusiness

Walden has compiled information showing the strong relationship between agriculture and the health of the NC economy. Commissioner Troxler discusses these findings with SFN. 

May 28, 2019

Economic Perspective: Accounting for the Future

When considering money for the future, are there any tricks or methods to consider when weighing the value of future dollars?