Feb 21, 2025
NC State Economist (and omelet maker) Mike Walden talks about how egg prices illustrate a fundamental principle: supply and demand.
Feb 17, 2025
Steve Lommel, associate dean for research in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and director of the North Carolina Agricultural Research Service (NCARS), will retire in July.
Feb 7, 2025
The North Carolina economy has relied on several industries throughout its history. What's new on the horizon that could shake things up for the state? NC State econimist Mike Walden sheds some light on the future of manufacturing.
Feb 5, 2025
Entomology professor and mentor Clyde Sorenson earns a top honor: the UNC Board of Governors Award for Excellence in Teaching for NC State University.
Jan 24, 2025
Manufacturing holds a special place in the U.S. economy. NC State economist Mike Walden reflects on the future of manufacturing in the state of North Carolina.
Jan 7, 2025
With recalls of raw milk in California making headlines, we asked two NC State University experts to explain the science behind pasteurization and its role in keeping milk safe.
Dec 27, 2024
With the proposed DOGE (Department of Government Efficiency) zeroing in on federal spending, economist Mike Walden looks at some of the steps the advisory group could recommend to accomplish its goals.
Dec 13, 2024
What are tariffs? How are they used? And can they help encourage domestic companies expand? Economist Mike Walden breaks down the ins and outs of tariffs, and what they mean for both businesses and consumers.
Dec 3, 2024
With vinegar flies increasingly impacting sweetpotato storage, N.C. Plant Sciences Initiative researchers are exploring a novel management strategy with lasers to combat the pests.
Nov 29, 2024
Economist Mike Walden explains how inflation, the prices of goods and services, and workers’ pay rates affect household purchasing power.
