News Archive

Mar 11, 2025

Mark Your Calendar for Ag Awareness Week

Don’t miss cows, goats and all things agriculture during Ag Awareness Week March 17-20 hosted by NC State’s agricultural honors fraternity Alpha Zeta. 

Mar 6, 2025

Optimizing Corn Production for Greater Efficiency

CALS researchers are digging in to find a way to grow corn that uses less fertilizer, aiming to save farmers time and money while also reducing nitrogen waste in the environment. 

Mar 5, 2025

Agricultural Institute Celebrates 65th Anniversary

Over 130 current students, alumni and friends recently gathered to celebrate the Agricultural Institute’s 65th anniversary, honoring a legacy that has shaped the future of agriculture in North Carolina and… 

Mar 3, 2025

Growing Excellence in Turfgrass Education

When Dewayne Krege first enrolled at Lees-McRae College, he envisioned a future in business. However, a love for the outdoors and a part-time job at Elk River Country Club ignited… 

Feb 17, 2025

2024-25 University Faculty Scholars Named

NC State’s 2024-25 class of University Faculty Scholars was announced today. These 20 early- and mid-career faculty receive this designation in recognition of their outstanding academic achievements and contributions to NC State through their teaching, scholarship and service to the university and beyond. 

Feb 17, 2025

CALS Competition Teams Level Up Your College Experience

Check out some of CALS competition teams, which provide students with real-world experiences that promote deeper college engagement and community. 

Feb 5, 2025

Debjani Sihi Joins NC State to Advance Agriculture with AI and Big Data

Meet Debjani Sihi, CALS' first interdisciplinary AI cluster hire, who’s using AI and big data to make farming smarter and more sustainable. 

Jan 15, 2025

Soil Specialist Enthusiastic for International Partnerships

CALS soil specialist Luke Gatiboni values his recent international work in Malawi, with the goal of transferring agricultural technologies to improve soil health and agricultural production. 

Jan 8, 2025

A Century of and for Growth

This year marked the centennial celebration of our department—a century of excellence in teaching, research, and extension that continues to translate into new frontiers of agricultural and environmental innovation. Join us for a look back at 2024 through our Year in Review. 

Dec 13, 2024

Crop and Soil Sciences Celebrates a Century of Innovation 

Our department capped off a season of celebrations for our 100 year anniversary. Which event did you join?