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May 7, 2026

Interns Tackle Ag Challenges With the N.C. PSI Makerspace

NC State’s think-and-do spirit thrives in the N.C. PSI Makerspace, where three next-generation engineers and computer scientists have complemented their coursework with hands-on experience shaping the future of farming. 
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May 4, 2026

Chaseman Global Joins N.C. PSI’s Innovation Hub

The global talent and workforce solutions firm joins 19 other hub member companies working in partnership with NC State University to advance education and research for agriculture and related economic sectors. 
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Apr 14, 2026

Extension Agents Explore Ways to Use AI To Maximize Their Impact

The recent AI in Agriculture Conference at included a workshop for Extension agents interested in learning how to use AI tools in their work. 
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Mar 27, 2026

NC State to Host Industry Feedback Session for New Ag Formulations Program

Agricultural industry representatives are invited to a feedback session to shape a groundbreaking NC State University program to train workforce-ready formulations professionals. 
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Mar 27, 2026

Grad Students Build Bridges for Agricultural Innovation

The N.C. PSI's BRIDGE Symposium provided a window into the bold ways graduate students are collaborating across academic fields to solve a range of agricultural challenges. 
Visitors from New Zealand's Bioeconomy Science Institute outside the Plant Sciences Building

Mar 24, 2026

Visits Highlight N.C. PSI’s Place as Global Ag Innovation Hub

World-class scientists from both New Zealand and Serbia visited the Plant Sciences Building in March, strengthening collaborations to advance agriculture and protect natural resources through interdisciplinary research. 
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Mar 12, 2026

‘You Want the Handprints You Make on People’s Lives To Be Good Ones’

Alumnus Larry Roberts recounts a life lesson learned and the returns he and his wife, Judy, see from their investment in a program that sparks young people’s interest in solving global food and agriculture problems. 
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Mar 12, 2026

Lending Ground Truth to Ag Research

Sam Marshall draws on technical expertise, grounded in research, and solid relationships to make a difference for ornamental nursery and greenhouse growers. 
NC State Feed Mill Education Unit on a university farm, with Raleigh skyline in background

Mar 11, 2026

Using AI and Advanced Sensors To Transform Feed Production

A collaborative workshop hosted by the N.C. Plant Sciences Initiative and the Food Animal Initiative sparks feed milling research for increased food animal health and productivity. 
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Mar 5, 2026

Plant Scientists, Sensor Experts Connect to Grow Plant Breeding Solutions

An N.C. Plant Sciences Initiative workshop focuses on using advanced sensing technologies to break plant breeding bottlenecks.