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Agritourism Boosts Rural Livelihoods While Connecting Visitors to Farm Life

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May 1, 2026

Lighting the Way: Professor Works to Strengthen Outer Banks Workforce

North Carolina’s Outer Banks generates billions in tourism revenue, yet the region faces a housing shortage and other workforce challenges that strain its economy. NC State professor Whitney Knollenberg is working with the community to develop practical, real-world solutions.
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Apr 24, 2026

College of Natural Resources Spring 2026 Award Winners Recognized

Faculty, staff and students were among those honored by NC State for excellence in global engagement, sustainability, extension and teaching.
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Apr 22, 2026

Bradford Pear Bounty Program Replaces Invasive Trees With Native Species

A statewide program offers free native trees to North Carolinians in exchange for invasive Bradford pears, restoring natural habitats and biodiversity.
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Apr 20, 2026

Research in Focus: March 2026 Funding Highlights

Discover how faculty in the College of Natural Resources are advancing sustainability and driving solutions to complex global and community challenges through recently awarded grants.
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Apr 8, 2026

What Are the Worst Trees for Allergies?

Hardwood trees are the main source of spring allergies, releasing pollen from February through May that can trigger respiratory symptoms.
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Apr 3, 2026

Amazon Wildfires: Why They Happen and How to Stop Them

NC State experts explain what drives Amazon wildfires, their impact on forests and communities and how policies and technology aim to prevent them.
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Mar 26, 2026

Pine Tree Pollen Unlikely to Cause Spring Allergies

Pine pollen is less likely to trigger allergic reactions compared to hardwood tree pollen. NC State professor Robert Bardon explains why.
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Mar 23, 2026

Research in Focus: February 2026 Funding Highlights

Discover how faculty in the College of Natural Resources are advancing sustainability and driving solutions to complex global and community challenges through recently awarded grants.
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Mar 23, 2026

Last Stand on the Rio Grande: Pollution, Drought and a Species on the Brink

The Rio Grande cooter faces habitat loss, human impacts and environmental challenges. Learn how researchers are studying the species to protect its future.
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Mar 16, 2026

Agritourism Boosts Rural Livelihoods While Connecting Visitors to Farm Life

Farms around the world are offering hands-on experiences that support rural livelihoods, preserve agricultural traditions and educate visitors about farming practices and rural life, according to NC State expert Carla Barbieri.