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Portrait of Emma Mullins - Emma Mullins '23 Pursues Passion for Geographic Information systems - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Dec 4, 2023

Emma Mullins ’23 Pursues Passion for Geographic Information Systems

Mullins, who graduates in December 2023 with a bachelor's degree in environmental management and technology, will pursue a master's degree at NC State's Center for Geospatial Analytics.

Christmas tree farm in Avery County just outside Newland - 3 Benefits of Genetically-Improved Christmas Trees - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Dec 1, 2023

3 Benefits of Genetically-Improved Christmas Trees

NC State researchers are working to develop “elite” Fraser fir trees that look better, grow faster and retain their needles longer.

Christmas tree ornament - 5 Christmas Tree Species Found in North Carolina - College of Natural Resources News - NC State University

Nov 21, 2023

What Can You Expect at a North Carolina Christmas Tree Lot This Year?

The Abstract spoke with Jamie Bookwalter, an extension specialist at NC State, to get the inside scoop about supply and demand in North Carolina's Christmas tree industry this year.

Chelly Sundermeyer sitting in front of Department of Transportation sign - Online Distance Education Paves the Way - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Nov 10, 2023

Online Distance Education Program Paves the Way

Chelly Sundermeyer, a recent graduate of the Master of Environmental Assessment program, is now employed by the Federal Highway Administration Colorado Division.

Close-up of black bear - NC State Researchers Create First Genetic Database of North Carolina Black Bears - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Nov 9, 2023

NC State Researchers Create First Genetic Database of North Carolina Black Bears

Through genotyping, the interdisciplinary team provides the ‘bear’ necessities for officials to identify animals involved in law enforcement investigations and help manage wild black bear populations.

Wild turkey close up - Podcast: Wild Turkeys - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Nov 7, 2023

Podcast: Wild Turkeys

In this episode of Audio Abstract, NC State wildlife biologist Chris Moorman talks turkey – wild turkey.

Headshot of Chase Carey - Chase Carey '23 Looks Back to Move Forward - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Nov 3, 2023

Chase Carey ’23 Looks Back to Move Forward

Carey graduated from the College of Natural Resources in 2023 with a bachelor's degree in fisheries, wildlife and conservation biology. He's now pursuing a Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine at NC State.

Richard Haynes headshot - Richard Haynes '75 Honored with Marcus Wallenberg Prize - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Oct 27, 2023

Richard Haynes ’75 Honored with Marcus Wallenberg Prize

Haynes' contribution to forest economic modeling has been influential for many in the forestry field.

The trunk of a loblolly pine tree - Can You Find the Witch's Brooms? Forestry Experts Need Your Help - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Oct 25, 2023

Can You Find the Witch’s Brooms? Forestry Experts Need Your Help

If you’re in need of a challenge this Halloween season, you can forgo the pumpkin carving contest to help NC State researchers find “witch’s brooms” in loblolly pine trees.

Two women pose for camera - Seen in Science - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Oct 3, 2023

Seen in Science

NC State students have launched a nonprofit to address concerns of researchers from marginalized communities.