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Fall leaves and a berry

Oct 30, 2023

5 Native Trees To Plant for Backyard Wildlife Habitat

Fall is the perfect time to add a new native tree to your yard. Your animal neighbors will thank you by visiting often.  Native plants provide essential food and habitat… 
three women looking at plants in a greenhouse

Oct 27, 2023

Ensuring Sustainability and Food Security in Perpetuity

Michelle Schroeder-Moreno, Endowed Distinguished Chair in Sustainable Community-Based Food Systems, reflects on what’s next for the Center for Environmental Farming Systems. 
Annie McElvenny in a vineyard

Oct 16, 2023

Exploring Sustainable Agriculture Entrepreneurship in Spain

North Carolina State University students spent two weeks in Valencia, Spain, immersing themselves in the local culture and customs while studying sustainable agriculture entrepreneurship. 
Sarah Remington's mural in Fox Greenhouse

Oct 11, 2023

Remington’s Mural in Fox Greenhouses Mixes Horticulture and Art

Resources on campus encourage horticulture and artistic outlets for the campus community to support mental wellness. 
light pink, dark pink and orange flowers

Oct 10, 2023

Going for the Gold

After 12 months of preparation, CALS alumnus Kole Andrews hopes his flowers win big again this year at the North Carolina State Fair. 
a group of people holding award plaques and doing the wolfpack hand sign

Oct 9, 2023

2023 CALS Distinguished and Outstanding Alumni Honored

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences celebrated its alumni award recipients for 2023 during a ceremony on Oct. 6. 
Debbie Hamrick taking a selfie in a field of flowers

Oct 4, 2023

A Plant-Filled Career: Debbie Hamrick Honored as CALS Distinguished Alumna

From magazine publishing to the North Carolina Farm Bureau Federation, Debbie Hamrick has enjoyed an impactful career in horticulture. 
Researcher works with carrots to study pigmentation, domestication

Sep 28, 2023

What Makes a Carrot Orange?

Three recessive genes are required to give carrots their orange color – and the beneficial precursor of vitamin A. 
Houseplants and a watering can on a windowsill

Sep 26, 2023

Houseplant Tips and Tricks for Your Dorm or Apartment

CALS students offer advice on choosing and caring for a houseplant. Hint: Plants can still thrive in harsh lighting and small spaces. 
Department of Horticultural Science retirees lunch

Sep 25, 2023

Lunch with Horticultural Science Retirees

Join the retired Department of Horticultural Science staff and faculty for lunch at the NC State University Club on the third Tuesday of each month.