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John Ambrose stands outside holding a mass of bees

Oct 18, 2023

A Hive of Expertise

Honey bees play an important role in agriculture, and North Carolina State University has played an important role in honey bee health for decades. 
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. 
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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. 
aerial view of soybean fields affected by saltwater intrusion

Apr 17, 2023

Climate Change Brings the Tide to Farmers’ Doorsteps

Climate change is causing sea level rise and increased flooding that threatens North Carolina’s most fertile agricultural land with saltwater intrusion. NC State researchers are testing soils and developing field kits to help farmers adapt to climate change. 
two students stand in front of a poster board for the Native American student association

Apr 17, 2023

Grant Paves Pathways to Indigenous Student Success

A grant is helping two CALS faculty members explore ways to better support tribal students and their overall success in higher education. 
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.