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April 2023

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Apr 27, 2023

Farming with Artificial Intelligence

In this episode of Farms, Food and You, we’ll dig deep into A.I. and other technology utilized in agricultural research with Jevon Smith, a research computing manager for the N.C. Plant Sciences Initiative. 
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Apr 27, 2023

N.C. Plant Sciences Initiative Launches Extension Agent Network

12 NC State Extension agents were selected from a competitive pool to beta-test N.C. PSI technology in the field. 
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Apr 26, 2023

Nature’s Chefs

Researchers are proposing a new way to think of some interactions between species, classifying various plants, animals and fungi as “nature’s chefs.” 
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Apr 26, 2023

Study Finds Significant Variation in Anatomy of Human Guts

Researchers found significant variation in the anatomy of the human digestive system, with pronounced differences possible between healthy individuals. 
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Apr 24, 2023

Powering Positive Change: CALS Magazine Spring 2023

Impactful stories. Groundbreaking discoveries. Engaged communities. Read the newest edition of CALS Magazine. 
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Apr 24, 2023

Six Faculty Members Honored

Anna Whitfield, professor of entomology and plant pathology, is one of six NC State's Outstanding Research Award recipients. 
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Apr 24, 2023

Study: Tribal Water Rights Underutilized in U.S. West

Lack of irrigation infrastructure and convoluted land ownership issues represent the major impediments to tribes, the study suggests. 
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Apr 24, 2023

An Extension 4-H Program Helps Prevent Opioid Misuse

To prevent opioid addiction, Yancey County volunteers are turning to the power of community building, with training from NC State Extension's Empowering Youth and Families Program. 

Apr 23, 2023

Alex Graves Takes on New Role in Academic Programs

In her new role, Alex Graves will focus on student diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging initiatives within Academic Programs. 
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Apr 23, 2023

Long-Sleeved Shirt Drive

We're collecting long-sleeved T-shirts that will be distributed among farmworkers in Eastern NC through the Extension Farmworker Health and Safety Education Program.