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North Carolinians learn agricultural leadership lessons in California and Brazil.

The College’s Office of International Programs leads the way in international research collaborations and study-abroad opportunities for students.

The College joins in honoring pioneer scientist B.W. Wells and the Big Savannah.

Hard work breeds success for Emily Tennant in academics, in the arts – and as Miss American Angus.

From cultivating weed-killing cover crops to controlling pests on Christmas trees – the Southern Region IPM Center responds to regional research grant needs.

Award-winning teacher and animal scientist Billy Flowers succeeds with a simple philosophy: Learn by doing.