News

Apr 15, 2014

Cable Competition

The proposed merger between Comcast and Time Warner has rekindled questions about competition in the cable provider industry, says host Mary Walden. She asks her husband, N.C. State University economist Mike Walden, “What are the key issues?” 

Apr 14, 2014

‘Apostle for horticulture’ Bryce Lane creates student travel endowment

During his 32-year career, Bryce Lane led students on many national field trips and competitions, as well as international excursions, where he introduced students to world horticulture practices. Creating a fund to support travel opportunities for horticulture students seemed a natural choice as his parting gift to the Department of Horticultural Science when he retired. 

Apr 14, 2014

Strawberry fields forever

North Carolina is the nation’s No. 3 strawberry producer, but many of the state’s berries grow on small plots lacking the acreage to carry out sustainable growing practices like crop rotation. That, combined with constant concerns about soil pathogens and reliance on chemicals to rid plants of ubiquitous pests like spider mites, puts immense pressure on these farms’ long-term health. 

Apr 14, 2014

Almanac Gardener begins 31st season

Almanac Gardener, a weekly horticulture program of UNC-TV, began its 31st season on April 5. The weekly show features long-time host Mike Gray and N.C. Cooperative Extension horticulture agents sharing information and tips for home gardeners. 

Apr 14, 2014

Technology on the Horizon

Many people love new gadgets. Of course many times we look at them for fun, but these gadgets -- or (to be more formal) technology -- can change our lives, says host Mary Walden. She asks her husband, N.C. State University economist Mike Walden, “What do experts say might be game changing technology or gadgets we may soon see?” 

Apr 11, 2014

You Decide: Where is the growth?

Dr. Mike Walden shares and analyzes some of the key insights about our economy from the 2012 Economic Census. 

Apr 11, 2014

The Importance of Innovation

I’ve been hearing a lot about innovation recently and how it is so crucial to our economy, says host Mary Walden. She asks her husband, N.C. State University economist Mike Walden, “What exactly is innovation, and why should we focus on it?” 

Apr 10, 2014

N.C. State’s Farm Animal Days draws multitudes

The annual opportunity to meet and greet farm animals is hosted by N.C. State’s College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and its departments of Animal Science, Prestage Poultry Science, and Food, Bioprocessing and Nutrition Sciences. 

Apr 10, 2014

Is Telecommuting Increasing?

I remember a couple of decades ago when the computer and internet first burst upon the scene, many futurists said people would eventually work out of their homes. This doesn’t appear to have happened, says host Mary Walden. “What has happened to telecommuting?” she asks her husband, N.C. State University economist Mike Walden. 

Apr 9, 2014

Sandhills Turfgrass Field Day is May 21

The Sandhills Research Station (SRS) Turfgrass Field Day will be held May 21 from 8-11:45 a.m. in Jackson Springs. The workshop is designed for turfgrass professionals, including golf course superintendents and landscapers, but the content can benefit anyone who manages a lawn or landscape. Register online.