Our research is conducted in well-equipped labs, greenhouses, and the NC State Phytotron for controlled environmental work. And we have access to an excellent field station system with a variety of environments and soils ranging from the mountains to the Piedmont, to the coastal plains and blacklands of Eastern North Carolina.
![Checking blueberries for disease in Western NC](https://cals.ncsu.edu/crop-and-soil-sciences/wp-content/uploads/sites/20/2016/12/CropSoil-WesternNC-Blueberries-1500x844.jpg)
Research
Global crop and soil science innovation starts here.
Our Research Focus Learn More About Our Programs
Feeding a Growing World Population
Our crop production research identifies the most effective and cost-efficient resources while maximizing production and environmental protection.
Addressing Climate Change and Sustainable Agriculture
We measure greenhouse gas emissions and develop high-tech solutions — including assessment of the role of organic farming — to reduce them.
Protecting our Water and Environment
We develop management strategies that protect soil and water resources from degradation associated with agricultural and urban land uses.
When the world needs innovation in crop and soil sciences, they work with us.
Programs and Commodities
![Farmer in field checking soil](https://cals.ncsu.edu/crop-and-soil-sciences/wp-content/uploads/sites/20/2017/06/CropSoil-FarmerPlanting-950x535.jpg)
Research Programs
Crop and Soil Sciences research includes programs that range from water and air quality to agricultural production and management. From forage and grassland management to integrated pest management. We are also working with budding scientists participating in 4-H programs across the state.
Learn MoreResearch for Commodities
Our crop commodities research incorporates the use of molecular, cellular, and quantitative genetic techniques in focus areas that include plant improvement, systems agriculture, weed management and modeling, just to name a few. We work closely with our stakeholders to provide research that yields results.
Learn MoreDriving Innovation More News
Jul 16, 2024
Research Road Trip
Dean Garey Fox hit the road this summer not for vacation at the beach or the mountains, but rather to tour several of the 18 Research Stations NC State operates in partnership with the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.
Read More
Jun 24, 2024
CALS Bids Bittersweet Goodbye to Rich Bonanno
Richard Bonanno has sat at the helm of NC State Extension, the university’s largest outreach unit, since 2016 – and his leadership has helped the organization flourish. This August he will transition to a new role as executive director for the Association of Southern Region Extension Directors.
Read More