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Oct 9, 2024

Driving Support for Western North Carolina

The superintendents for the Lake Wheeler Road Field Lab and Central Crops Research Station have partnered to collect and deliver supplies to western North Carolina. 
Prestage family members with chancellor and CALS leaders

Oct 9, 2024

Poultry Science Celebrates 100 Years at NC State

NC State is one of only six U.S. universities with a dedicated poultry science department, which is celebrating a century of research and collaboration. 
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Oct 9, 2024

Creating Cultural Connections Through Aquatic Ecology

Applied Ecology Professor Alonso Ramirez has built a welcoming community for Latino students and researchers through ongoing research and initiatives. 
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Oct 9, 2024

Discover CALS at the North Carolina State Fair

From serving up Howling Cow ice cream to petting dairy cows, check out where to find CALS students and experts at the North Carolina State Fair. 
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Oct 8, 2024

Extending the Impact of Agriculture in Kenya

In an effort to give back to his home country, CALS Professor Peter Ojiambo is building a partnership with leaders in Kenya in the hopes of growing agricultural opportunities for farmers, especially women and youth. 
NC State College of Agriculture and Life Sciences professor Dr. Mike Walden working in a recording studio.

Oct 4, 2024

You Decide: What Does the Fed’s Rate Cut Mean?

NC State economist Mike Walden says the Federal Reserve’s recent reduction of its interest rate could be a net plus or a net minus, depending on the reasons behind it, what it implies about the economy and its effects on investments. 
Blue Ridge Parkway Autumn Sunset over Appalachian Mountains Layers covered in fall foliage and blue haze

Oct 2, 2024

Supporting CALS and Ag Communities Following Helene

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences is focused on providing support and assistance to members of the CALS and agricultural communities affected by Hurricane Helene. 
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Sep 26, 2024

Mining the Potential of pokeweed

Colleen Doherty, a professor in the Department of Molecular and Structural Biochemistry, is investigating whether the plant pokeweed could extract rare earth elements to help power batteries and bolster the green economy. 
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Sep 25, 2024

New NC State Web Tool Delivers Precise Soybean Planting Recommendations

BeanPACK, a new soybean growers decision support tool designed to revolutionize on-farm recommendations, will be released Oct. 1, in time to inform statewide planting decisions for the 2025 growing season. 
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Sep 25, 2024

Selecting Shade Plants to Help Your Garden Shine

Discover several shade-loving plants that will add beauty and interest to your home landscape.