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Knuth Named a Goodnight Early Career Innovator

Melinda Knuth, assistant professor of horticultural science, has been recognized as one of NC State’s Goodnight Early Career Innovators for her pioneering research at the intersection of traditional plant sciences and human behavior.

Feeding Communities Inspires Horticultural Science Student Ariana Phouangkeo

Graduating student Ariana Phouangkeo’s rewarding journey from food science to the agroecology-urban horticulture major at NC State led her to participate in research, global study abroad programs and a supportive community passionate about agriculture and feeding communities.

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The Next Generation of Resilient Horticulturalists

Horticulture graduates from North Carolina State University, including Brooke Matusko, Alisha Ray and Ingrid Tuyuc, are ready to tackle global food system challenges with innovative solutions in plant sciences, emphasizing resilience and advanced crop technologies.

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Fall CALS Grads Look to the Future

Three soon-to-be graduates reflect on their time with CALS, what they’ve learned and what comes next.

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20 Years to Grow on: Future-proofing NC State’s Covington Sweetpotato

As NC State University’s renowned Covington sweetpotato turns 20, plant breeders are working tirelessly to add resistance to a new pest, using the latest tools.

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On the Backroads, Again

Researchers from five NC State colleges joined the N.C. Plant Sciences Initiative’s 2025 Backroad Tour, learning more about Western North Carolina agriculture and considering ways their expertise can help solve farm problems.

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