News Archive

Mar 19, 2025

Keeping Up the Pace: Six Generations of Family Farming

Sixth-generation farmers Michelle Pace Davis and Josie Pace, both of whom have ties to NC State and CALS, are carrying their family’s agricultural legacy into the future. 

Mar 17, 2025

Student Competition Teams Provide Real-World Experience

NC State University’s Department of Crop and Soil Sciences is home to several competitive student teams that provide hands-on learning experiences, networking opportunities, and career-building skills.  Through national and regional competitions,… 

Mar 12, 2025

From the Ground Up

Under the leadership of Susana Milla-Lewis, NC State University’s Turfgrass Breeding and Genetics Program is leading the way to new, more resilient varieties of grass that can tolerate an array of weather conditions. 

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.