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Sep 25, 2024

Seeding Enterprising Farmers

NC State Extension’s Executive Farm Management program will continue to be accessible to farmers thanks to a gift from Flatlands Insurance Group. 
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Sep 24, 2024

New Predatory Flatworm Discovered in Southeastern United States

The new species appears to be a predator that feeds on other soft-bodied organisms, such as earthworms and slugs. 
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Sep 23, 2024

I Am CALS: Sana Siddiqui

CALS alumna Sana Siddiqui says her varied education as a biological and agricultural engineering major helped set her up for success as an entrepreneur. 
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Sep 20, 2024

You Decide: Why Is There Confusion About the Job Market?

Numbers about the economy are constantly thrown at us. Economist Mile Walden helps shed some light on how to interpret them and what they mean. 
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Sep 18, 2024

USDA Funds NC State Specialty Crop, Organic Research

Learn more about $18.3 million in new U.S. Department of Agriculture funding for NC State research on nursery crop automation, Christmas tree genetics, carbon storage in soil, and organic farming research priorities. 
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Sep 18, 2024

Supporting Swine

What helps pigs grow best? Professors in the Department of Animal Science are trying to find out with ongoing research focused on indoor barn environments. 
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Sep 17, 2024

Students Explore New Fields on Science for Success Tour

NC State students were among those who hit the road for an up-close look at agriculture in the mid-Atlantic, from traditional Amish farming to industrial soybean processing. 
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Sep 16, 2024

2024 CALS Distinguished and Outstanding Alumni Honored

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences celebrated its alumni award winners on Sept. 13. Find out how they're making an impact. 
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Sep 12, 2024

Find What You’re Called to Do

For Dallas Barnes, 2024 CALS Distinguished Alumni Award winner, finding his true calling in agriculture and leading with faith has laid a path for a successful, fulfilling life. 
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Sep 11, 2024

Startup Success Formula: ‘Jump In and Do It’

Transforming from scientist to entrepreneur was a family affair for 2024 CALS Distinguished Alumni Award winner Giles Shih, whose curiosity and ingenuity came together at NC State to launch his successful international business career.