CALS Magazine

News from the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at NC State.

Risk and Resilience

North Carolina farmers are persevering in the struggle to stay profitable. Here’s what NC State is doing to help turn the tide.

I AM CALS: Alumna Feeds the Demand for Local Foods

As consumers search for more local products in their stores, it’s up to 2016 CALS graduate Jennifer Badger to meet the demand at East Coast locations of The Fresh Market.

Biochemistry Master’s Students Ahead of the Curve

Mentors, financial support, research experience and jobs. That's what graduate students gain through NC State's Interdisciplinary Biochemistry Master’s Program.

Aquaculture Inspires a Fresh Approach for Produce Farm

Lettuce tell you how CALS alumnae Mary Cove and Allison Culbreth, who met as graduate students in NC State's Fish Barn, decided to grow hydroponic greens for the Triangle.

Farmer of the Year James Lamb Innovates in Two Roles

James Lamb, North Carolina’s Farmer of the Year, succeeds as both an environmental specialist for Prestage Farms and a contract piglet producer in Clinton, NC.

Jose “Pepe” Calderon Markets Sweet Potatoes Internationally

Jose “Pepe” Calderon, an exporter in Spring Hope, NC, created an international hunger for sweet potatoes, positioning Barnes Farming for global marketing.

Archie Griffin Plans Farm of the Future

Archie Griffin of Washington, NC, has a vision for the farm of the future. It includes precision technology and a focus on local foods.

From Sunrise to Startups, Grad Students Plan Futures

A family farmer, food scientist and former lawyer, all CALS graduate students, are finding ways to innovate.

Doris and Donald Kidd Develop Niche Markets

Doris and Donald Kidd of Selma, NC, turned to farming in retirement. They’ve found specialized markets for their elephant garlic.

Jason Davis Pursues Passion for Farming

Jason Davis of Mills River, NC, didn’t grow up in family farming; he chose it. His approach calls for a healthy dose of diversification.

How Much Do You Know About Agriculture in North Carolina?

While agriculture has always been a major economic engine for the state, farmers face serious risks every year from weather, trade wars, pests and diseases.

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