Research

Amanda Solliday holding a flower arrangement

Jun 25, 2025

Sowing Seeds of Sustainable Floriculture

Amanda Solliday, a doctoral student in horticultural science, conducts award-winning research that lays the groundwork for cost-effective, community-focused sustainability solutions both on campus and across the floral industry.

Jun 20, 2025

Advancing Horticulture with Controlled Environment Agriculture

Recently recognized by the American Society for Horticultural Science as an outstanding graduate student, Moein Moosavi is making a huge impact on Controlled Environment Agriculture.

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.

2025 NC State Sustainability Award Winners

Apr 23, 2025

Meet the 2025 Sustainability Award Winners

Winners of the 2025 NC State Sustainability Awards were announced at the Celebration of Sustainability on April 22.

Apr 21, 2025

Simon Fraher: Sweetpotato Genetics PostDoc

Simon Fraher is graduating and transitioning to the next Sweetpotato and Potato Breeding and Genetics Programs Postdoctoral Scholar, breeding for pest and pathogen resistance.

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.

Sep 23, 2024

Computing Skills in Plant Breeding Workshop

Join us from December 9 – 13, 2024 to develop skills essential for plant breeders in various aspects of your work. The early registration deadline is Monday, September 30, 2024, and the final deadline is Monday, November 25, 2024.

Craig Yencho speaks with a crop researcher in Africa

May 29, 2024

Craig Yencho Earns 2024 O. Max Gardner Award

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences professor and internationally acclaimed plant breeder has received the University of North Carolina System’s highest faculty honor.

May 24, 2024

Carlos Iglesias to Serve on USDA Advisory Board

Carlos Iglesias, director of the Plant Breeding Consortium, is reappointed to the USDA's National Agricultural Research, Extension, Education, and Economics Advisory Board.

Apr 23, 2024

Elevating Horticulture with New Specialized Faculty

Explore the agricultural and plant science research conducted by three passionate assistant professors in the Department of Horticultural Science.