Food Science Scholars CALS

Extension and Outreach

Centered on Community

FBNS Extension centers on delivering hands-on, experiential training and information for individuals, businesses and government agencies, rooted in the goals of supporting entrepreneurs and industry, improving lives, and engaging with our community. 

Through our programs, we consult with entrepreneurs in the development of new products and processes and support industry with the improvement of products and processes. We offer in-person and online training and certification programs and help companies maintain regulatory compliance. We conduct many outreach activities to teach communities about food and nutrition and address many public health issues facing our society.

 

Education and Training Programs

Through our many Extension activities and training programs, we provide education and certification opportunities to management and technical personnel, support entrepreneurs, and advise regulatory employees.

We offer programs in Schaub Hall and via distance education.

Extension Programs

With seven pilot plants on campus and the North Carolina coast (CMAST), we have Extension specialists available to assist you in a variety of discipline areas.

Learn about our Extension activities

Food Safety and Education Training

We offer professional training for management, technical personnel, and other employees in the food industry, government, and nongovernmental organizations. Many of these programs provide CEUs or certificates on successful completion.

Learn more about our training programs

Product Testing

We can analyze a shelf-stable product, classify it (as acid, acidified, water activity controlled or other) according to federal and state regulations and provide processing recommendations.

Community Outreach

We have a passion for helping others. Learn more about our experiential programs that serve the citizens and communities of North Carolina.

Nutrition NUTS Program

Each semester, NC State students visit preschools to read nutrition- and health-related books to children, teach parents about health and wellness topics, or provide nutrition education to preschool teachers. Student participants gain respect for cultural diversity and public health issues.

Contact Suzie Goodell

Breastfeeding Support

Nutrition students collaborate with the North Carolina Breastfeeding Coalition to promote breastfeeding. Dr. Fogleman leads the team in creating a framework for programs that advance breastfeeding support for families, individuals, and advocates.

Contact April Fogleman

A PACKed Kitchen

A satellite program of the Inter-Faith Food Shuttle of Raleigh, N.C. and Share Our Strength of Washington, D.C., the PACKed Kitchen experience provides undergraduate students with hands-on experience teaching "Cooking Matters" classes at community agencies across the Triangle area.

Contact Natalie Cooke