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How Sweet It Is: North Carolina’s Apple Economy

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Downtown Raleigh, east of campus.

Dec 3, 2021

You Decide: How Has The Economic Pie and Its Slices Changed?

The economic pie is a device often used to give context to how the economy has grown over time. How have the slices in North Carolina been changing? 
Randy Canady, Founder and CEO of Atticus

Dec 3, 2021

Forever Forward

Leading entrepreneur and NC State alum Randy Canady was born to move forward. True to form, he is helping advance the N.C. Plant Sciences Initiative. 
Hemp flower

Dec 2, 2021

Hemp: North Carolina’s Budding Industry

The hemp industry is budding in North Carolina but it hasn't exactly been smooth sailing. We talk with Extension specialist David Suchoff about what's been accomplished and what we've learned so far. 
illustration of a SARS-CoV-2 particle

Dec 1, 2021

What is the Omicron Variant of COVID-19? And What Do We Know About It?

There’s still a lot we don’t know. But here’s what we do know. 
The official 2021 White House Christmas tree on display in the the Blue Room

Dec 1, 2021

How to Produce a Grand Champion Christmas Tree

Over the years, the White House has selected a North Carolina Fraser fir for its annual Christmas Tree. But what does it take to produce a Grand Champion Christmas Tree? The secret comes from NC State. 
NC State twirler Claudia Swauger during a football game halftime performance

Nov 30, 2021

Using Nutrition Science to Help Physical Therapy Patients

NC State student and Wolfpack twirler Claudia Swauger hopes to use nutrition science as a way to help future physical therapy patients. 
cover crops in a field

Nov 30, 2021

Study Suggests Crop Insurance Plays Small Role in Discouraging Cover Crop Use in Indiana

Study findings could help researchers understand more about the unintended consequences of crop insurance subsidies. 
Students look for study spots in Talley Student Union.

Nov 30, 2021

CALS Guide to Conquering Exam Week Stress

We’ve created a quick guide to help students navigate through what can be a stressful time: exam week. 
Ben Chapman in the test kitchen

Nov 29, 2021

CALS Names Chapman as AHS New Department Head

Ben Chapman was recently named department head of the Department of Agricultural and Human Sciences. Chapman discusses his past experiences and shares his vision for the department. 
freshly picked apples in a crate

Nov 26, 2021

How Sweet It Is: North Carolina’s Apple Economy

New York City might be the Big Apple, but North Carolina is big apple business. From seed to supermarket, NC State Extension explores how the state helps supply America’s favorite fruit.