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April 2023

Katie Sanders headshot in front of bricks

Apr 22, 2023

Food Systems Communicator Joining CALS

Katie Sanders, the new assistant professor of agricultural communication, is excited to begin interdisciplinary work with students, stakeholders and extension agents. 

Afternoon sunlight streams through the fall foliage at Wolf Plaza. Photo by Becky Kirkland.

Apr 17, 2023

Four Faculty Fellows Selected

CALS Administration is pleased to announce the 2023 Administrative Faculty Fellows.  

Spliced shot of grass and dirt

Apr 17, 2023

Earth Day Special Highlights Soil-Based Solutions

In an Earth Day broadcast special, PBS North Carolina highlights research on carbon removal and capture by two soil science faculty. 

Spring blooms and greenery welcome pedestrians to Syme Residence Hall and the surrounding area. Photo by Becky Kirkland.

Apr 17, 2023

CALS Business Operations – April 2023 Newsletter

Please read the CALS Business Operations April 2023 newsletter for important updates, deadlines, reminders, helpful resources and more. 

image shows an electronic patch attached to the leaf of a tomato plant

Apr 17, 2023

Multifunctional Patch Offers Early Detection of Plant Diseases

The patch can be applied to the leaves of plants to monitor crops for different pathogens – such as viral and fungal infections – and stresses such as drought or salinity. 

Army worm moth

Apr 17, 2023

Perfume Helps Lure Male Moth Pests

Adding a small amount of a perfume component to pheromones helps attract male fall armyworms looking for a good time. 

New CALS Dean Garey Fox.

Apr 17, 2023

NC State Names New Dean of College of Agriculture and Life Sciences

Garey Fox, professor and head of the Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering since 2017, will serve as the next dean of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. 

NC State Bell Tower at sunrise

Apr 17, 2023

Employee Appreciation Week and Mental Health Awareness Month

University Human Resources is excited to announce plans for Our Extraordinary Pack Employee Appreciation Week, May 7-13, and Mental Health Awareness Month in May. 

Rich Bonanno with red hat and red shirt.

Apr 15, 2023

NC State Extension Director’s Update

In this update: CALS and NC State Extension Strategic Planning Task Forces, Our State Magazine's "Extension Issue" and Extension will celebrate its 109 birthday on May 8. 

students looking at plants in a lab

Apr 14, 2023

People, Plants and Profit

Assistant Professor Melinda Knuth and her lab study the intersections between horticulture, personal well-being and consumer interest.