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Author: Amanda Kerr

adult periodical cicada and periodical cicada nymph

Jul 11, 2024

The Next Generation of Periodical Cicadas is Coming

As the 13-year periodical cicada brood XIX nears the end of its life cycle, entomologist Clyde Sorenson talks about what to expect as the next generation begins hatching in central and western North Carolina. 

bees on a honey comb

Jun 19, 2024

Promoting a Honey Bee Haven

In recognition of National Pollinator Week, learn about the bustling lives of bees, how NC State is helping to promote and protect these essential pollinators, and what you can do to help. 

young men looking a specially designed tractor

Jun 19, 2024

Biological and Agricultural Engineering Programs Continue to Shine in Rankings

The graduate program in the Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering has ranked No. 3 in the nation according to the latest U.S. News and World Report rankings. 

bianca jimenez

Jun 13, 2024

Pinpointing a Parasite

Bianca Jimenez, a graduate student in applied ecology, will use a prestigious National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship to study how a parasite spreads in bee species. 

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Jun 7, 2024

International Champions

For the first time ever, Biological and Agricultural Engineering's Pack Pullers took the top spot at the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers International Quarter Scale Tractor Competition. 

a woman and man talk in front of clear tanks with snails

Jun 5, 2024

New Aquatic Conservation Laboratory Opens at Yates Mill

The environment just got a little more hospitable for some threatened and endangered aquatic species in North Carolina thanks to the grand opening of the Yates Mill Aquatic Conservation Laboratory. 

people canoeing in river rapids

Jun 3, 2024

NC State’s Betsy-Jeff Penn 4-H Center Turns 60

Six decades ago, philanthropist Betsy Penn envisioned a place where young people from Rockingham County and throughout North Carolina could come to enjoy the outdoors and learn about nature. 

a man in a kitchen cooking barbecue

May 28, 2024

Get Grilling With These Barbecue Essentials

Extension Meat Specialist Dana Hanson serves up ways to elevate your barbecue game with Howling Hog barbecue sauce and the new Pack Magic rub, as he prepares for NC State BBQ Camp. 

A woman stands with a chicken

Apr 30, 2024

A Passion for Poultry Science

A deep appreciation for poultry and poultry medicine has given senior Chloe O'Brien a foothold into a bright future. 

people working in a garden

Apr 24, 2024

In Full Bloom

A new partnership between the Horticulture Club and NC State’s grounds horticulture crew aims to expand the reach and richness of Kilgore Garden.