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Feb 8, 2011

Gene bank conserves potential sources for new crops and new medicines

The mountains of North Carolina are among the most biologically diverse in the United States. A unique new research laboratory and seed bank with ties to College of Agriculture and Life Sciences is helping to conserve that diversity. 

Feb 8, 2011

First Bone Scholars begin classes

The Bone Scholars program was created by Dale and Genia Bone, who established an endowment that will provide scholarships to migrant farm workers and their families. 

Feb 8, 2011

Bed bugs target of research, Extension initiatives

Bed bugs are back with a vengeance, and N.C. State University entomologists are looking for solutions to the problem and helping educate the public. 

Feb 8, 2011

Walden honored for public service

Dr. Michael L. Walden, William Neal Reynolds Distinguished Professor of economics at N. C. State University, received the Award for Excellence in Public Service Oct. 8 from the board of Governors of the multi-campus University of North Carolina. 

Feb 8, 2011

Monaco racks up the ribbons at State Fair

When Dr. Tom Monaco walked through the horticultural exhibit at the 2009 North Carolina State Fair, he thought to himself, “I can grow vegetables just as good as these.” And… 

Feb 8, 2011

BAE partners with DOT to grow bioenergy crops on highway rights-of-way

Along the state's highways, canola crops and sunflowers are being grown for energy. 

Feb 8, 2011

Project aims to make wine grape growers more competitive

The ground beneath vineyards and what grows there — in addition to grape vines — could play a role in making wine grape growers in North Carolina and elsewhere along the East Coast more competitive and profitable. 

Feb 8, 2011

Research aids understanding of mercury risks to wildlife and people

A College of Agriculture and Life Sciences graduate student’s research is helping pinpoint which fish in which areas of North Carolina pose the greatest risks – and some of her findings are surprising. 

Feb 8, 2011

Celebrations, special events surround chancellor’s installation

The Oct. 26 installation of Dr. W. Randolph “Randy” Woodson as 14th chancellor of N.C. State University was celebrated over a week of special events at the university. 

Feb 8, 2011

DeGruy and Pingali honored as CALS Distinguished Alumni

A world-renowned underwater cinematographer and an international leader in agricultural economics are the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences’ Distinguished Alumni for 2010-2011.