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Get Ready for Wolfpack Harvest on Sept.19

Something special is growing this fall. On Sept. 19, the Wolfpack Harvest tradition returns, bringing together alumni, students, faculty and friends of CALS across North Carolina. From family-friendly activities to exclusive behind-the-scenes tours, you’ll discover the people, places and programs that make CALS unique. Whether you’re in Raleigh or wherever the Pack calls home, get ready to celebrate, connect and experience the spirit of CALS.

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Planting an Interest in Agricultural Careers Through High School Biology

A new grant-funded project at NC State University will offer fresh ideas that North Carolina high school biology teachers can implement with confidence in the classroom, inspired by field trips to farms, plant nurseries and agricultural labs.

NC State Names Victor Gomes as Extension Corn Agronomist

NC State University has named Victor Gomes as Extension corn agronomist, strengthening support for North Carolina’s corn industry and statewide agricultural community. He begins work with NC State Extension on Aug. 1,…

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NC State (and America) the Beautiful

As the nation celebrates its 250th anniversary, discover how NC State has contributed to its prosperity, defense, culture and more.

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NC Watermelon Queen Shares Five Fun Facts About the Summertime Staple

Find out how many servings of watermelon North Carolina farmers provide, the number of common watermelon varieties, the pollination process for seedless watermelons and more with these facts from CALS student and North Carolina Watermelon Queen Lilah Byrum.

Mapping Cotton Bacterial Blight Resistance

A new study by NC State researchers explores the genetic makeup of cotton plants to identify the source of their resistance to cotton bacterial blight, which has reemerged as a threat to cotton production in the U.S.

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