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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. 
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. 
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. 
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. 
hands holding a plant

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. 
magazine being pulled out of the oven

Nov 7, 2022

Our Rich Heritage (In Print!)

View the print edition of CALS Magazine Fall 2022: "Our Rich Heritage." 
Field bordered by woods at sunset

Nov 7, 2022

All in the Family

Three families share the rewards and challenges of keeping family values and traditions alive on the farm. 
the moore brothers stand side by side

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. 
DJ and Ruthie Stokes

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.