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Eli Hornstein in science lab in front of a computer.

Jul 15, 2024

From Conservationist to Ag Biotech Entrepreneur

CALS alumnus Eli Hornstein is using biotechnology to produce plants that farmers can feed to cattle to reduce their methane production.
An image of a wildfire burning trees.

Jul 10, 2024

Fires and Climate are Changing. Science Needs to Change too.

Fire scientists are working on ways to best address the challenges of wildfire and climate.

Jul 3, 2024

Open Space Has Increased in the Triangle, But There’s Still Work To Be Done

Population growth and development continue to outpace open space protection across the region, highlighting the need for continued investment in land conservation.

Jul 1, 2024

Some Birds ‘Win’ and Some ‘Lose’ with Sea Level Rise, Expert Says

Global sea level rise is accelerating every year due to climate change, and it could threaten the very existence of some coastal bird species.

Jun 26, 2024

It’s Peach Season in North Carolina

Bite into these mouthwatering photos and fresh facts about North Carolina’s homegrown peaches.

Jun 21, 2024

Why Do Fireflies Light Up? And How Can I Bring More Fireflies to My Yard?

Fireflies start out as dragon-like predators before becoming a beautiful feature of summer evenings.
3 students working in garden together

Jun 12, 2024

NC State’s Edible Gardens

Discover NC State’s edible garden spaces and the wide range of benefits they offer to campus and the world.

Jun 7, 2024

Birdie’s-Eye View

As an intern at the famed Pinehurst No. 2, Benjamin Peeler, a student with NC State’s Agricultural Institute, had a hands-on introduction to the work of getting a golf course ready to host the 2024 U.S. Open.
Danesha Seth Carley works in a pollinator garden in front of the clubhouse at the Pinehurst golf course.

May 22, 2024

Let It Bee

Horticultural science professor Danesha Seth Carley helped reintroduce native plants to the Pinehurst No. 2 golf course for its 2014 men’s and women’s U.S. Open championships. Since then, she’s focused on bringing bees back to Donald Ross’s original design for the course.
cornfield in front of grain bin

May 22, 2024

Another Record: NC Agriculture’s Economic Impact Rises to $111 Billion

North Carolina agriculture’s economic impact topped $100 billion for a second straight year.