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Man in a farm field, holding a microphone in one hand and the stalk of a hemp plant in the other.

Sep 24, 2026

Turning to Fiber Hemp to Revitalize Agriculture and Textiles

Fiber hemp is a promising industry for North Carolina, but collaboration will be key to overcoming system challenges that could stand in the way. The N.C. Plant Sciences Initiative’s David Suchoff and others at NC State are working to build those partnerships. 
Soil.

Sep 3, 2026

Study Shows Microbes – Dead or Alive – Can Be Early Measures of Soil Health

Researchers have demonstrated a series of biological tests that could serve as “proxies” for measuring how different regenerative agriculture practices could improve soil carbon – years before it would be possible to measure the carbon directly. The technique offers new insights into how effective various regenerative practices are at improving soil health.  The phenomenon is… 
Dr Ryan Hamberg

Sep 2, 2026

Ryan Hamberg is NC State’s New Extension Weed Specialist

Ryan Hamberg will join NC State as Extension weed specialist on Sept. 1, 2026. The position is based in the Department of Crop and Soil Sciences within the College of Agriculture and Life… 
a tractor pulls along a field of green row crops

Sep 1, 2026

North Carolina’s Top Employer: Agriculture and Associated Industries

Agriculture, including food, fiber and forestry, ranks as North Carolina’s top employer and generates $117 billion in economic activity, according to the latest statewide report, based on 2024 data. 
an aerial view of a hog farm with surrounding fields and hog lagoon

Aug 25, 2026

Excrement Enterprise

For farms with a waste-not, want-not approach, animal feces offer untapped potential. The new Food Animal Resource Management and Sustainability Center works to harness this digestion by-product to help create self-sustaining farm systems. 
Lonnie Poole golf course outside Raleigh, North Carolina

Aug 25, 2026

Above Par

As North Carolina’s $6 billion golf industry grows, so does demand for turfgrass professionals. CALS’ turfgrass science program equips students with the latest techniques and hands-on experience to secure enviable internships and full-time positions on the fairway. 

Aug 25, 2026

2026 Plant Breeding Retreat

We invite you to the NC State 2026 Plant Breeding Retreat, on Friday, September 25, a special symposium dedicated to honoring Dr. Major Goodman. 
At a university field lab, with a tractor in the background, a man speaks to a group

Aug 7, 2026

Farmer-Centered AI in Agriculture: Making the Juice Worth the Squeeze

Producers, innovators and investors share insights on responsible artificial intelligence for agriculture. 
two boys and a mom play spike ball with Mr. Wuf on a lawn outside of the Plant Sciences Building at NC State

Jul 22, 2026

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. 
A group of teachers examine stalks in a cornfield and take notes.

Jul 15, 2026

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.