2019

Feb 8, 2019

Barrangou Elected to National Academy of Engineering

Rodolphe Barrangou adds another prestigious honor with his election to the National Academy of Engineering, one of the world’s most important and influential scientific societies. 

Feb 4, 2019

Economic Perspective: Economic Improvements in the World

Are there positive economic trends we can point to in the world? 

Feb 4, 2019

Beyond Roses: Fresh Local Flowers for Valentine’s Day

If you’re looking for something unique to give your valentine, an NC State floriculture expert suggests locally grown flowers. 

Feb 1, 2019

New Project Supports Beginner Meat Producers in NC

NC Choices has launched a new project aimed at increasing the number of beginning farmers in North Carolina raising meat in either pasture-based or silvopasture systems. 

Feb 1, 2019

You Decide: Should the Fed Push or Pause?

What are the basics of how the Fed operates, and what are the implications of the actions they take? 

Jan 30, 2019

Should I Stay or Should I Go: Coal Ash in North Carolina

Coal has seen a recent, rapid decline as a source of electricity in North Carolina. Unfortunately, coal’s legacy lives on in ash ponds and landfills scattered across the state. In this NC State Economist, we offer an economist’s perspective on North Carolina’s coal ash challenges – and potential solutions. 

Jan 30, 2019

2019 Economic Outlook: The Late Innings of Growth?

With decade-low unemployment and accelerating labor productivity – but also a trade war with China and a sputtering stock market – where will our focus lie when we look back on 2018? In this NC State Economist, Mike Walden unpacks the top economic issues and opportunities of 2018, with a look ahead to 2019. 

Jan 29, 2019

What Happens When You Run On An Empty Stomach?

Every year, thousands of runners take part in the Krispy Kreme Challenge: run 2.5 miles through downtown Raleigh, from NC State University to a Krispy Kreme store, consume a dozen donuts, and run back again. This raises some interesting questions. 

Jan 29, 2019

‘Bug Bombs’ Ineffective At Killing Insects Indoors

Total release foggers, commonly known as “bug bombs,” are ineffective at removing cockroaches from indoor environments, according to a new study from North Carolina State University. 

Jan 29, 2019

Solving Swine Lagoon Sludge

Sludge at the bottom of swine lagoons is a major challenge for farmers. But what if that sludge could be removed and used not only as fertilizer, but for renewable energy as well?