We #ThinkAndDo to transform challenges into agriculture and life sciences opportunities.

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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. Professor Michael Reiskind explains the allergy and the NC State research happening that could help lower transmission.
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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: ncst.at/nScP50ZaAWR
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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: ncst.at/K9HU50Zahlg
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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: ncst.at/2XtP50Z9H0x
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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: ncst.at/GqbS50Z7jpW
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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-for-…
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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: ncst.at/txoP50Z4MRU
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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: ncst.at/ztEt50YZbV5
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“And never forget, wherever you go, you will always be part of the Wolfpack.” — CALS Dean Garey Fox We are so proud of you, #NCState26! 🎓🫶
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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
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With the turn of a tassel, it’s official. 🐺🎓 Congratulations, class of ‘26! We can’t wait to see what you #ThinkAndDo next.
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Tassels turned, degrees earned. 🙂‍↕️
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“Graduates go forth, embrace the challenges and change our state, our country and the world for the better.” – CALS Dean Garey Fox
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We couldn’t be more excited for you! 🎓
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Today’s the day, #NCState26! 🎓
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The cow’s out of the bag. 🛻🐄 NC State Howling Cow’s brand new food truck made its first rounds on campus today to celebrate the end of the semester. Stay tuned for moo-re info about the truck this summer… 👀
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We’ve got some breaking mooo-ws to share… 👀🐄
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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.
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Happy last day of classes, CALS Pack! 🐺
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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: ncst.at/5mY550YP4E3
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