Three NC State researchers have received funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to help combat the spread of the New World screwworm. 🪰 Read about the funding and the NC State research: http://ncst.at/gHRa50ZgqMK

A bite you barely notice could change what’s on your plate for life. 🥩 Alpha-gal syndrome is a tick-borne, potentially life-threatening allergy to red meat. NC State Professor Michael Reiskind explains the allergy and the NC State research happening that could help lower transmission.

We are excited to announce that NC State Professor Aaron Kiess will soon take the helm as head of the Prestage Department of Poultry Science on July 1. 👏 Learn about him and the appointment: http://ncst.at/vjwc50ZaAYh

As cases of the New World screwworm emerge in Texas, NC State entomologist Maxwell Scott remains focused on front-line eradication research. 🪰 Hear about the eradication efforts in Texas and the genetic approaches he's working on to control the parasite: http://ncst.at/Jw1C50ZahpP

A new species of parasitic nematode has been found in the scent glands of a snake by NC State graduate student Alex Nelson. 🪱🐍 Read about the stinky new discovery: http://ncst.at/1HI850Z9H28

A manure marketplace is in the making thanks to researchers with NC State's Food Animal Initiative. The project will help connect poultry and lifestock producers with farmers who can use manure as a source of organic fertilizer. Read more: http://ncst.at/3ivg50Z7jpX

Blueberry picking season is almost here, and CALS researcher Jing Zhang is harnessing the power of AI to help growers decide the best time to harvest. 🫐 Read about the berry cool research: cals.ncsu.edu/news/ripe-fo...

Did you know that a CALS alumna's research with the Artemis II crew is helping fuel astronauts? 🚀🍽️ Hear from Grace Douglas, lead scientist for NASA's Advanced Food Technology research, about how she's helping guide food systems for future missions: http://ncst.at/Bje350Z4MWh

We are excited to announce that ten CALS faculty members have been named William Neal Reynolds Distinguished Professors. 👏 The professorship recognizes outstanding scholars, leaders, teachers and mentors. Read about the faculty and their accomplishments: http://ncst.at/6vOp50YZbV6

Please join us in congratulating CALS alumna Debbie Hamrick for receiving an honorary doctorate from NC State at Spring Commencement! 🎓👏 Learn more about Hamrick and her successful career in specialty crops: ncst.at/xuOt50YYiiw

We are excited to announce that Jose Alonso, a William Neal Reynolds Distinguished Professor in the NC State Department of Plant and Microbial Biology, has been elected to the National Academy of Sciences, one of the world's most prestigious and influential scientific societies.

Congratulations to the faculty, staff and students who were honored at the 2026 CALS Celebration of Excellence awards ceremony! 🏆 Over 70 honorees were recognized for their commitment to teaching, research, Extension, service and leadership. Read more: http://ncst.at/xo3y50YP4E2

From a "free-range kid" on a family farm to the executive director of the North Carolina Poultry Federation, Summer Lanier's path to poultry leadership was fueled by NC State CALS. 🐓 Discover how her time at CALS fueled a lifelong passion for poultry: http://ncst.at/sof150YFLyk

Through NC State's Interdisciplinary Biochemistry Master’s Program, Dontae Mosley was able to pursue his master’s degree and launch a career in the biotech industry. Now, more students will have that same opportunity. Learn about the expanding program: http://ncst.at/r6Tc50YFOeF

How do we protect a cold-water fish from changing temperatures? 🐟 New research co-authored by CALS applied ecologist Nadya Mamoozadeh is diving deep into how brook trout adjust to shifting weather patterns. Read how Mamoozadeh is fishing for resilience: http://ncst.at/Jqi650YFMzF

What a fantastic AI in Agriculture Conference! 🦾🌱 This week, NC State welcomed over 460 of the brightest minds in AI and agriculture from across the nation to collaborate and innovate. A big thank you to Daniela Jones, conference co-lead, and to everyone who made this incredible event possible!

Join us in congratulating three CALS faculty members for being elected as fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science! The faculty members include Robert R Dunn, Heike Sederoff and Sung Woo Kim. Read more about them: http://ncst.at/Ttzo50YATh1

John Bowen propagates potential as an NC State Extension Master Gardener volunteer, and he's #GivingPack to the beloved gardening program on NC State Day of Giving on March 25. 🌱 Read his story, and learn how you can make your mark on the program this Day of Giving: http://ncst.at/1XjF50Yx14S

Welcome to The Dean's Den, Tim Kelliher. 🌱🧬 🎥 Dean Garey Fox sits down with Kelliher, director of NC State's new Genome Editing Center for Sustainable Agriculture, in our latest episode to talk about how the GEC is accelerating food security solutions: http://ncst.at/3POb50YstQn

At the HOT Jobs+Internships Fair yesterday, NC State students connected and networked with dozens of top employers in the agriculture, life sciences and natural resources industries. 💼 Thank you to the employers and students who attended and made this event a great success!

Jason Gipe has been named assistant dean of philanthropy for NC State CALS and president of the North Carolina Agricultural Foundation. Gipe has spent the past several years in key advancement leadership roles within CALS. Learn more about him: http://ncst.at/Nbs450YokU5

Amy Grunden has been named associate dean for research and director of the North Carolina Agricultural Research Service (NCARS) at NC State CALS, effective March 10. Grunden has served in NCARS leadership roles for several years. Learn more about her: http://ncst.at/CEtJ50YojlE

The intersection of AI and ag is coming to NC State! 🦾🌱 NC State will host the 2026 AI in Agriculture Conference, bringing together the nation's brightest minds in academia, ag-tech, analytics, biotech, extension and the public sector. Register today: http://ncst.at/XUx950YngmX

Lina Quesada-Ocampo has been named the new executive director of the IR-4 Project, effective March 9. Quesada-Ocampo brings over 15 years of experience in applied pest management research and Extension work to the role. Read about her and the appointment: http://ncst.at/gIqA50YkrZb

The intersection of AI and ag is coming to NC State! 🦾🌱 NC State will host the 2026 AI in Agriculture Conference, bringing together the nation's brightest minds in academia, ag-tech, analytics, biotech, extension and the public sector. Register today: http://ncst.at/ayAZ50Ye1XL

Nine CALS faculty have received research grants from the N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services to grow North Carolina agriculture. 💰🌱 The grants help researchers identify potential new crops, value-added products and agricultural innovations. Read more: http://ncst.at/MQAL50Ycw0C

Please join us in congratulating CALS faculty Colleen Doherty and Deepti Salvi for being named 2025-26 University Faculty Scholars! 👏🏆 Read about the designation: http://ncst.at/K0M350YanPN

The N.C. Plant Sciences Initiative is helping grow the next generation of agricultural innovators. 🌱🔬 In its state-of-the-art facilities, the N.C. PSI provides undergraduates with access to cutting-edge technology and career-relevant opportunities. Discover more: http://ncst.at/v0m650Y90kc

How much protein do you actually need? 🥩 We sat down with April Fogleman, associate professor in the Department of Food, Bioprocessing and Nutrition Sciences, to debunk common myths about this popular macronutrient. Read the full Q&A: http://ncst.at/2srv50Y6FcN

Purpose within the pitch 🌱 Megan Aljian did not expect to win two startup competitions in one week. She was just there to gain experience and share a different perspective. Read more about Aljian's journey and the future of her venture, Forest Found! 👉 buff.ly/teQd3oC @ncstatecals.bsky.social

Robotic cow milking technology is changing the landscape of dairy farming. A new report from the USDA, co-authored by Assistant Professor of Agricultural and Resource Economics Zach Raff, explores the economics behind it. 🐄 💵 Read about the insights: http://ncst.at/n9Bi50Y507B

Meet Thor and Hawkeye — the superhero farm robots in training. 🦾 NC State researchers are developing a new generation of AI-powered robots designed to make farming more efficient. Read about the superhuman research: http://ncst.at/srRx50Y31RL

Tim Kelliher's "why?" Using research to bring real-world results to farmers. 🧬🌱 Kelliher leads NC State's Genome Editing Center for Sustainable Agriculture, a new research enterprise that utilizes biotechnology to address agricultural challenges. 🔗: http://ncst.at/XYrz50Y0YR5

CALS alumna Lottie Pate is cooking up a food science career at Butterball. 🍽️ Her major in food science and involvement on campus gave her hands-on experience for her future career as a research and development food scientist. Read her story: http://ncst.at/qj2F50XYfWh

NC State researchers are harnessing AI to identify business opportunities in crop leftovers. 🦾🌱 A grant from Schmidt Sciences is funding the Resource Engineering Framework for Responsible, Augmented Modeling and Engagement (REFRAME) Project. 🔗: http://ncst.at/738e50XT6bE

Aaron Kiess has been named the interim head of the NC State Prestage Department of Poultry Science. Kiess, who joined NC State in 2021, is a Braswell Distinguished Professor. Read more about him and the interim appointment: http://ncst.at/2uZr50XSbnz

NC State CALS alum Blake Layfield takes a spirited approach to flavor cultivation for Maker's Mark. 🥃 "If you treat the land right, you’ve got the right agricultural practices, then you get the most flavorful whiskey," he said. Read about his work: http://ncst.at/IR7F50XNr8z

For 65 years, the Agricultural Institute has shaped the next generation of leaders in agriculture. Established in 1959, AGI provides first-class instruction to students seeking career-driven, hands-on education. Read how AGI primes students to excel: http://ncst.at/TzBZ50XMH6r

This weekend, over 300 soon-to-be CALS alumni will turn their tassels into a new chapter. 🎓 Read the stories of three of our graduates, Ethan Wood, Catherine Merigliano and Gladys Njeri, and learn about their paths to commencement: http://ncst.at/WAqQ50XHAIm

Nine CALS faculty members have been selected to be Goodnight Early Career Innovators! 🏅 This program recognizes and rewards promising NC State early-career faculty whose scholarship is in STEM or STEM education. Learn more: http://ncst.at/Etui50XH85r

Get ready to gobble up this news: NC State will once again be home to the pardoned National Thanksgiving Turkeys. 🦃 Read more about Gobble and Waddle and their new home at NC State: ncst.at/oB6W50XwZav 📸: Courtesy of the National Turkey Federation

Did you know that North Carolina's dominant sweetpotato variety was released by NC State researchers? 🍠 Learn about the Covington sweetpotato, and how NC State plant breeders are future-proofing it with improved pest resistance: http://ncst.at/38LB50Xv7Eu

A unique initiative led by NC State CALS is preparing Ph.D. students from across the country to shape the future of agriculture. ✨ Learn about the Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research (FFAR) Fellows National Leadership Program, and meet some of the fellows: http://ncst.at/c2nw50Xupoc

Steve Lommel, a long-time leader with NC State CALS, will serve as interim head of the Department of Horticultural Science, effective Jan. 2, 2026. Read more about Lommel and the position: http://ncst.at/gMc050Xq5Wy

No matter where you call home, you can celebrate CALS at Wolfpack Harvest! 🐺 There are four Wolfpack Harvest events happening today across the state: in Raleigh, the Triad, the mountains and the coast. Find out the details: ncst.at/VQ5U50XoUxr

🐺🎉 Wolfpack Harvest is here! 🎉🐺 Wolfpack Harvest is a new fall tradition where alumni, students, faculty and friends can gather together to connect and celebrate. Main campus event 📍: Plant Sciences Building ⏰: 1-5 p.m. 🔗: ncst.at/VQ5U50XoUxr

For North Carolina Farmers Appreciation Day, we're celebrating fourth-generation farmer and CALS alum Justin Page. 🍓🚜🎃 Read about him and Page Farms. ⬇️

The Graveyard of the Atlantic holds thousands of shipwrecks — and an ecological treasure hunt. 🚢🦈 Learn how NC State Department of Applied Ecology Ph.D. candidate Bethany Wager is diving into 50 years of data on fish living amongst the sunken ships: ncst.at/zBYY50Xk1ZB

Did you know that Howling Cow's peach ice cream flavor for the N.C. State Fair was NC State grown, processed and churned? 🍦🍑🎡 Learn how Sandhills Peach Carolina Gold came to be — from the farm to the lab to the fair: ncst.at/fH2h50XhOG4

The JC Raulston Arboretum will soon celebrate its 50th anniversary, ushering in a golden age for NC State's beloved teaching garden. 🪴🎉 JCRA is home to one of the most diverse plant collections in the Southeast. Learn more about it: ncst.at/NUfR50XgAcG