Posts Tagged ‘Extension’
Alamance 4-H’ers win state wildlife competition
A team of Alamance County 4-H’ers took first place in the state 4-H Wildlife Habitat Evaluation Program competition in April and will move on to represent North Carolina at the National 4-H WHEP Invitational this summer.
Debt deflation
N.C. State economist Mike Walden explains why we should be concerned that economists are talking about “debt deflation.”
Strength in manufacturing
N.C. State economist Mike Walden explains why the idea that U.S. manufacturing is weak is actually inaccurate.
Living preferences of young households
N.C. State economist discusses why many young people are skeptical about homeownership, even if they can afford a home.
YOU DECIDE: Should we drill?
N.C. State University economist Mike Walden discusses the economic pros and cons of drilling for oil and natural gas in North Carolina and off the state’s coast.
Who’s the trade leader?
When we think of world trade today most of us think of China. China has built its country in the last two decades around exports. So, is China really the trade superpower? N.C. State University economist Mike Walden answers.
Working women
At one time, women were moving into the paid labor force at rapid rates. Now that trend appears to have come to an end. Why? N.C. State University economist Mike Walden answers.
Trade, technology and jobs
Many factors affect the job market. But clearly, two important ones are trade and technology. What can be said about the impacts of trade and technology on local labor markets? N.C. State University economist Mike Walden answers.
Specialists association gives awards for programming
The N.C. Association of Cooperative Extension Specialists presented awards to Matt Martin and Dr. Barbara Fair on May 3 at the association’s final meeting of 2012-13, N.C. State University’s Brickhaven Building.
How far will the housing market rebound?
N.C. State University economist Mike Walden sees a housing market that’s just right, not too cold and not to hot.
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North Carolina’s economy and quality of life are linked inextricably with natural resources — the air, land and water upon which we all depend. To help protect the environment today and into the future, CALS faculty members have wide-ranging expertise they put to use through teaching, research and extension programs. Read More >>
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