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New Project to Strengthen Local Food Systems in Western NC

2019

Man in lab coat cutting meat

Apr 18, 2019

Student Spotlight: Juan Ascencio Makes His Mark In Meat Contest

Juan Ascencio heads to Germany in May after winning seven medals in an international charcuterie contest. 
Front gate of JC Raulston Arboretum

Apr 17, 2019

Arboretum’s Annual Garden Party, Rare Plant Auction Set for May 5​​​​​​

Make plans now to attend the JC Raulston Arboretum's annual spring garden party and plant auction on May 5. 
Two people shake hands. Playground equipment behind them.

Apr 16, 2019

Extension Helps Partners With Tailored Solutions for Physical Activity, Healthy Eating

NC State Extension project builds partnerships promoting healthy eating and physical activity to help prevent chronic disease. 
NC State College of Agriculture and Life Sciences professor Dr. Mike Walden working in a recording studio.

Apr 15, 2019

Economic Perspective: Status of Household Debt

Too much debt can wreck personal finances, and on a grander scale the economy. What is the outlook right now for debt in our society? 
Agent and farmer in a field looking at soybean plants

Apr 15, 2019

Beyond the Bricks: Getting to Know Extension

With more than 900 employees – including 600 who work off campus – NC State Extension aims to improve the lives of North Carolinians through a host of programs and services. A new series on NC State employees who work outside Raleigh highlights Extension's statewide impact. 
CALS student Charles Eason

Apr 15, 2019

Coastal Entrepreneur – And CALS Senior

Aquaculture is the fastest-growing food sector in the world. Charles Eason and his new business are diving in, thanks to the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics. 
Downtown Raleigh, east of campus.

Apr 12, 2019

You Decide: How Does North Carolina Stack Up On Taxes?

Have you ever wondered how North Carolina stacks up against other states on taxes? 
Four men at a red table give the wolf sign.

Apr 10, 2019

Partner Profile: Novozymes Strengthens Research Partnership with NC State

“Great science and great relationships can create great things,” says Novozymes’ president for the Americas before signing a major research agreement with NC State. 
NC State College of Agriculture and Life Sciences professor Dr. Mike Walden working in a recording studio.

Apr 10, 2019

Economic Perspective: Auto Subscriptions

Is there a new way to get your hands on a vehicle besides buying or leasing? 
Three cows grazing, with mountains in the background

Apr 5, 2019

New Project to Strengthen Local Food Systems in Western NC

The Appalachian Regional Commission has awarded the Center for Environmental Farming Systems $1.1 million to work on sustainable food systems in seven mountain counties in North Carolina.