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Published on June 23, 2022

Farms, Food and You: Plants in Space

Farms, Food and You talks with professor Marcela Rojas-Pierce to learn about an out-of-this-world experiment involving plant biology and what it means for the future of agriculture practices at home and beyond our atmosphere.

Published on June 22, 2022

Brewing the Next Generation of Beer Experts

As the new manager of the Wolfpack Brewing Lab, lecturer Sebastian Wolfrum hopes to bring years of international experience to the new Brewing Science and Technology Minor offered through the College of Agriculture and Life…

The 2021 NC FFA state officers smiling and wearing blue corduroy jackets.

Published on June 21, 2022

How FFA Prepares Students to Be Ag Leaders

Whether it’s competing in competitions or engaging with top agriculture businesses, students in FFA are set up for success in the agricultural industry.

Published on June 21, 2022

The Meteoric Rise of North Carolina Blueberries

The past, present and future of North Carolina’s blueberry crop.

Postdoctoral researcher Lisa Van den Broeck looks into a microscope while STEPS Center director Jacob Jones watches on by her side..

Published on June 17, 2022

STEPS Center Tackles Full Scope of Phosphorus Sustainability

Headquartered at NC State, the Science and Technologies for Phosphorus Sustainability Center is discovering and developing ways to recycle phosphorus, make our food system more efficient, and protect the environment from waste.

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ALLI Bridges the Gap in Leadership Education

The ALLI program equips CALS graduate students with the leadership development training that reaches beyond technical expertise and hones in on emotional intelligence and enhanced working relationships.

You Decide: How Can We Slow the Increase in Home Prices?

Home prices have been rising rapidly in recent years. What approaches can be taken to face this issue?

Borrowed Gene Helps Maize Adapt to High Elevations, Cold Temperatures

An important flowering time gene that has origins in a Mexican highlands crop is a precursor to modern-day corn.

Growing Medicinal Plants in the Home Garden

Herbs have been used in traditional medicine practices since prehistoric times. Today they’re more popular than ever. Learn how to incorporate them into your home garden or landscape.

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How FFA Prepares Students to Be Ag Leaders

The Meteoric Rise of North Carolina Blueberries

STEPS Center Tackles Full Scope of Phosphorus Sustainability

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ALLI Bridges the Gap in Leadership Education

You Decide: How Can We Slow the Increase in Home Prices?

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Growing Medicinal Plants in the Home Garden

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Farms, Food and You: Plants in Space

Brewing the Next Generation of Beer Experts

How FFA Prepares Students to Be Ag Leaders

The Meteoric Rise of North Carolina Blueberries

STEPS Center Tackles Full Scope of Phosphorus Sustainability

Podcast

CALS News Ticker

ALLI Bridges the Gap in Leadership Education

You Decide: How Can We Slow the Increase in Home Prices?

Borrowed Gene Helps Maize Adapt to High Elevations, Cold Temperatures

Homegrown

Growing Medicinal Plants in the Home Garden

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