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NC Watermelon Queen Shares Five Fun Facts About the Summertime Staple

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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. 
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. 
Headshot of Dr Victor Gomes

Jul 2, 2026

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,… 
The setting sun shines on a field of soybeans.

Jul 1, 2026

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. 
a woman wearing a crown and a sash that says NC Watermelon Queen hold a slice of watermelon

Jul 1, 2026

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.