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Remembering a Major Force in Maize Genetics and Corn Breeding

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May 28, 2026

Manure Marketplace in the Making: NC State’s Food Animal Initiative Developing New Tool

A new manure marketplace project at NC State University seeks to make the most of this organic fertilizer by creating a tool to connect livestock and poultry producers with row crop farmers. 
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May 26, 2026

Breeding Possibilities for Better Crops

Driven by a strong work ethic, Caitlin Kestell, a doctoral student in crop science, pursues genome editing and biotechnology to advance crop improvement and inspire young scientists. 
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May 13, 2026

2026 William Neal Reynolds Distinguished Professors Announced

Ten professors in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences have been named William Neal Reynolds Distinguished Professors, which recognizes outstanding scholars, leaders, teachers and mentors. 
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May 4, 2026

Obituary For Dr Stanley Walter Buol

Stanley Walter Buol, age 91, from Garner, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2026, at his home. Stan was born in Dane County, Wisconsin, on June 14, 1934, and… 
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May 4, 2026

Obituary For Dr Major Mereland Goodman

RALEIGH – Dr. Major Mereland Goodman, William Neal Reynolds and Distinguished University professor of crop science at N.C. State University, 87, died March 29, 2026. Major was considered one of the leading… 
Outdoor portrait of senior Chloé Sharpe, an agroecology and sustainable food systems major.

Apr 29, 2026

Discover Our Majors: Agroecology and Sustainable Food Systems

Senior Chloé Sharpe’s lifelong appreciation for local agriculture led her to the agroecology program at NC State, where she found her Wolfpack, chose a career path and learned more about who she is. 
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Apr 29, 2026

The Class of 2026, by the Numbers

Thousands of bright minds will become NC State alumni during the university’s spring commencement ceremony on May 9. 
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Apr 27, 2026

A Future on the Fairway

Leveraging his education in the classroom with hands-on skills learned through multiple internships, turfgrass science major Ty High is teed up for a successful career managing golf course greens. 
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Apr 24, 2026

Celebrating Excellence in CALS for 2026

The CALS Celebration of Excellence 2026 honored more than 70 students, faculty and staff making an impact on campus and beyond. 
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Apr 23, 2026

Remembering a Major Force in Maize Genetics and Corn Breeding

Colleagues are sharing their memories of NC State’s Major Goodman, whose work on maize genetics and corn breeding improved scientific understanding of the species and food security worldwide. Goodman died March 29.