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Barbara Durrant gives a southern white rhino an ultrasound.

Oct 18, 2023

Birds, Bees and Rhino Babies

CALS alumna Barbara Durrant studies reproductive physiology at the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance. Her goal? To save species from extinction. 
man on football field

Oct 18, 2023

I Am CALS: Danny Losito

From the Super Bowl to Beyoncé concerts, CALS alum Danny Losito has built an impressive resume. And now he’s got one of the rarest jobs in the country: one of only 30 director-level turfgrass managers for the NFL. 
open magazine

Oct 13, 2023

CALS Magazine: In Print!

View the print edition of CALS Magazine: Fall 2023. 
aerial view of the Lake Wheeler Road Field Laboratory

Apr 17, 2023

Where City Meets Farm: The True Value of a Landmark Field Lab

In the midst of Raleigh’s urban sprawl, the Lake Wheeler Road Field Lab remains an active research farm for NC State and a critical resource for North Carolina’s largest industry. 
Yates Mill during sunrise

Apr 17, 2023

Powering Positive Change (In Print!)

View the print edition of CALS Magazine Spring 2023: "Powering Positive Change." 
group of women sitting in a house together

Apr 17, 2023

From the Archives: A Barrier-Breaking Advocate for Equality and Education

A new building perpetuates the legacy of Bonnie Davis, Orange County’s first Black home demonstration agent and a force for greater equity, justice and human rights. 
Eastern 4-H Camp water tower.

Apr 17, 2023

A Place for Every Child

For some children, summers can be daunting times filled with uncertainty, lack of clear schedules and even hunger. But agents and staff are working hard to make sure at-risk kids have a place at North Carolina’s 4-H summer camps. 
Chad Carter, Philip Newton and Bill Whaley stand in front of a tractor

Apr 17, 2023

I AM CALS: Philip Newton, Bill Whaley and Chad Carter

Three men who’ve worked together for 20 years to keep NC State’s biggest field laboratory running share long days, laughter—and a deep well of trust. 
graduate student Matthew Starr walks in a cotton field

Apr 17, 2023

Agriculture’s Promised Land?

As major companies pledge support for regenerative agriculture, consumers and growers have important questions. For starters, what exactly is it? And can it play a role in North Carolina agriculture’s future? 
Breathtaking view of grassy lush farmland with contemporary barn under light pink sky in early evening with city skyline in background.

Apr 17, 2023

CALS Strategic Plan: Growing Our Future

A new strategic plan will guide CALS efforts through 2030.