Extension

Gladys Njery with African Indigenous Leafy Vegetables

May 22, 2025

Benefits of North Carolina Adopting African Indigenous Leafy Vegetables

Embracing African Indigenous Leafy Vegetables (AILVs) in North Carolina can boost the economy, enhance nutrition, and promote sustainability. With rising demand and climate resilience, AILVs are culturally and agriculturally relevant.

Sam Marshall talking with ornamentals grower

Jan 30, 2025

NC State Extension Helps Ornamental Growers Recover After Helene

NC State Extension is helping growers in western North Carolina steady their roots after Hurricane Helene damaged or killed hundreds of thousands of trees and ornamental plants grown for the nursery industry.

Jan 29, 2025

Macro Photo Lens Amplifies Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox

Frederick S. Baggett provides a thoughtful gift of a macro lens in support of the NC State Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox, enabling the program to take close-up photos of plants.

Jan 16, 2025

Therapeutic Horticulture Program Spotlight: Cone Health Healing Gardens

Online Therapeutic Horticulture Certificate alumna Ali Brown shares her program on two hospital campuses.

Dec 6, 2024

Hope After Helene: Extension Promotes Resilience, Renewal for N.C. Apple Growers

When Terry Kelley was able to get out and about in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, the analytical part of his brain was busy examining and cataloging the devastation wreaked by the terrible storm.

Nov 18, 2024

Sophia Mozgala Interns with NC State Extension’s Burke County Center

Mozgala’s internship shows how NC State Extension serves a student community at the NC State Extension Burke County Center.

Patrick Veazie accepting Chad Finn Ambassador Award on behalf of Dr. Perkins-Veazie

Oct 22, 2024

American Society for Horticultural Science 2024 Conference Awards and Honors

The Department of Horticultural Science had an incredible presence at the American Society for Horticultural Science (ASHS) 2024 annual conference.

Oct 17, 2024

Selecting Shade Plants to Help Your Garden Shine

There's always a part of the yard that doesn't receive direct sunlight throughout the day. Discover several shade-loving plants that will add beauty and interest to your home landscape.

Oct 10, 2024

Phyllis Knight: Pride of the Wolfpack

NC State programs aspire to reach operational excellence with key team members, like Phyllis Knight, who has elevated the Pesticide Safety Education Program to new heights.

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.