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Vaccine Q&A: Vaccination Rates and New Mutations of the Virus

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Mar 4, 2021

A Primer on Coronavirus, Variants, Mutation and Evolution

The below is an interview with Rob Dunn (RRD), Matt Koci (MK), Sergios-Orestis Kolokotronis (SOK), David Rasmussen (DAR), and Jessica Brinkworth (JFB). Lucie Ciccone graciously lent their insights and served as additional sets of eyes. One of the most indefatigable […] 
Woman with drones and robots.

Mar 2, 2021

Taking Farm Tech to the Next Tier

What will the next wave of agricultural technology hold? Two NC State faculty members with their fingers on the pulse of technological innovation for agriculture talk about their research today and what they think it’ll mean for farms of the future. 
turkeys in a field

Feb 24, 2021

Campylobacter Strains Exchange Genes, Can Become More Virulent and Antibiotic Resistant

New CVM-led research finds that Campylobacter bacteria persist throughout poultry production – from farm to grocery shelves – and that two of the most common strains are exchanging genetic material. 
Lin Walker seated at a microscope, wearing a white lab coat

Feb 22, 2021

Lin Walker Brings Applied Research Passion to PDPS and Poultry Extension

Food safety is an important, ongoing concern for poultry producers and consumers. PDPS is happy to announce Lin Walker as our new Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist focusing on applied microbiology. 
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Feb 18, 2021

Golden LEAF Awards Ag Institute Nearly $1M

NC State’s Agricultural Institute will use the funds from the Golden LEAF Foundation to support the animal industry by expanding the pipeline of available talent for jobs. 

Feb 15, 2021

Farming for Change

Since beginning the Jenkins MBA program, Olivia Watkins has invested even more time into Black Farmer Fund, earning her a spot on Forbes’ 30 Under 30 list for social impact. 
A raw turkey near a sink.

Feb 15, 2021

Campylobacter Strains Exchange Genes, Can Become More Virulent and Antibiotic Resistant

Two common strains of Campylobacter are exchanging genes, which could lead to more antibiotic-resistant and infectious strains. 
Man standing in an egg factory

Feb 2, 2021

Extraordinary Farmer, Extraordinary Eggs

Trey Braswell builds on long-held family values as he forges new paths for Braswell Family Farms. Find out more in this episode of Farms, Food and You. 
Global health

Jan 26, 2021

Spring 2021, The Oath Magazine

The latest issue of The Oath focuses on our ever-growing global health program and the impact it is already making on the world. 
Creative rendition of SARS-COV-2 virus particles.

Jan 21, 2021

Vaccine Q&A: Vaccination Rates and New Mutations of the Virus

Let’s talk about mutations to the virus that causes COVID-19.