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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? 

Apr 17, 2023

Power of Perseverance

As NC State pursues strategic initiatives on sustainability in agriculture, the environment and education, Yates Mill’s history, downfall and restoration demonstrate the type of commitment it takes to achieve those goals. 

Apr 17, 2023

The Changemakers

NC State’s Terri Long, Marvin Moncada and Kenny Sherin are creating life- and industry-altering change. Close the digital divide, shuck stereotypes for plant scientists and age liquor at a breakneck speed–all in a day’s work for these changemakers. Learn what’s next. 

Apr 17, 2023

Creating a New Narrative

Through research and education, graduate student Bhavisha Gulabrai hopes to create a new narrative about animal welfare and the animal agriculture industry. 

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. 

Nov 7, 2022

Our Rich Heritage (In Print!)

View the print edition of CALS Magazine Fall 2022: "Our Rich Heritage." 

Nov 7, 2022

Staying True to Values on and off the Farm

The land and a Lumbee heritage have shaped the Moore brothers’ farm since it took root in Robeson County in 1891. Experience, agility and concern for stewardship come together to help carry the farm’s legacy into the future. 

Nov 7, 2022

All in the Family

Three families share the rewards and challenges of keeping family values and traditions alive on the farm. 

Nov 7, 2022

Tradition Meets Innovation

Fueled by their father’s passion for agriculture, Ruthie and DJ Stokes are keeping a family promise: do what you love. The fourth-generation farmers have found common ground in supporting producers back home and feeding a growing population. 

Nov 7, 2022

I AM CALS: Tracy Taylor

Tracy Taylor had big shoes to fill when he became Upper Mountain Research Station superintendent. Like his grandfather before him, he’s guiding the station in directions that meet farmers’ ever-changing needs.