Marcello Cappellazzi, Author at Center for Environmental Farming Systems

Practical Science for Growers: Organic Bell Pepper IPM Research at CEFS Field Research, Education, and Outreach Facility

At CEFS Field Research, Education, and Outreach Facility at Cherry Research Farm in Goldsboro, NC and other locations across the Southeast, researchers are conducting a comprehensive bell pepper cultivar trial focused on practical, grower-centered Integrated Pest Management (IPM). What makes the Cherry Research Farm site especially significant is that it is the only organic research location included in this multi-state project.

Marcello Cappellazzi2026-05-28T16:21:22-04:00May 22nd, 2026|Agrophile, News, Organic Research Unit, Small Farm Unit|

Farm to Senior Services Builds Healthier Communities Through Local Food

The Farm to Senior Services Project connects Western North Carolina seniors with fresh, local produce and nutrition education to combat health issues and food insecurity Through partnerships with local farmers and community organizations, the initiative empowers older adults—like participant-turned-advocate Vivian Lawrence in Burke County—to embrace healthier lifestyles and active community involvement.

Marcello Cappellazzi2026-05-26T14:47:21-04:00May 22nd, 2026|Empowering Mountain Food Systems (EMFS), Farm to Senior Services, News|

2025 CEFS Apprentices

Congratulations to the Recent Graduates of Our Registered Agriculture Apprenticeships! We're celebrating the hard work and dedication of recent graduates from CEFS’ Registered Agricultural Apprenticeships and we are also welcoming new applicants for the 2026 growing season! CEFS apprenticeship graduates worked on farms for two seasons, helping sustainably grow food for their communities. [...]

Marcello Cappellazzi2025-12-11T12:03:13-05:00December 8th, 2025|Agrophile, CEFS Happenings, News, Uncategorized|

EmPOWERing Mountain Food Systems: Recovery After Hurricane Helene

EmPOWERing Mountain Food Systems (EMFS), an initiative of the Center for Environmental Farming Systems (CEFS), works to strengthen the local food system across 12 Western North Carolina counties and the Qualla Boundary of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. The arrival of Hurricane Helene underscored the importance of this work. Severe disruptions to farms, local [...]

Marcello Cappellazzi2026-02-20T09:53:04-05:00September 23rd, 2025|Agrophile, Empowering Mountain Food Systems (EMFS), Hurricane Helene News, News|

The Center for Environmental Farming Systems Announces Recipients of 2025-2026 NC State Graduate Student Fellowships

We are pleased to announce the recipients of our 2023-2024 North Carolina State University Graduate Student Fellowships. Read about the Fellows and their research.

Marcello Cappellazzi2025-09-22T11:25:51-04:00September 22nd, 2025|Agrophile, News, Press Release|

Farm to ECE 2025 Garden Interns

For the past ten years, Wake County Partnership for Children (WCPC) has been a dedicated leader in connecting local food and nutrition education through its impactful Farm to Early Care and Education (Farm to ECE) initiative. Since launching the program a decade ago, WCPC has worked tirelessly to build a stronger, healthier foundation for [...]

Marcello Cappellazzi2025-10-06T12:02:58-04:00August 28th, 2025|Agrophile, Career Ladder, NC Farm to Early Care and Education, News, Uncategorized|

National Leaders Visit NC to See Farm to ECE in Action

Earlier this month, representatives from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, along with partners working in early childhood education (ECE), community gardening, and local food systems in Detroit, Michigan, visited North Carolina to learn more about successful Farm to ECE initiatives that integrate local food purchasing. Organized by Shironda Brown and Dr. Dara Bloom of the [...]

Marcello Cappellazzi2025-08-28T16:13:56-04:00August 14th, 2025|Agrophile, NC Farm to Early Care and Education, News, Uncategorized|

Celebrating Asian-American & Pacific Islander History Month – Catching up with Isabel Lu

In celebration of Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Committee on Racial Equity in the Food System (CORE) Apprentice and Artist, Isabel Lu, shares her interdisciplinary journey in creating collaborative spaces with community – through food, art, and identity.

Marcello Cappellazzi2024-03-18T12:29:43-04:00May 24th, 2023|Agrophile, BIPOC Leadership Series, Uncategorized|

NC Choices Holds “Next Level Marketing Strategies for Local, Niche Meat Businesses” Training

NC Choices held a "Next Level Marketing Strategies for Local, Niche Meat Businesses" training at the N.C. A&T Small Farm Pavilion on April 4, 2023. The workshop sold-out with 150 attendees interested in taking their local meat marketing and sales to the next level. The first half of the day set the stage for an [...]

Marcello Cappellazzi2023-04-17T13:56:21-04:00April 17th, 2023|Agrophile, NC Choices|

Delegation of Brazilian Researchers and Experts Tour CEFS’ Field Research, Education, and Outreach Facility located at Cherry Research Farm in Goldsboro, N.C.

As one of the nation’s most important centers for research in sustainable agriculture, CEFS’ doors are always open to visitors. After a long break due to COVID, our Field Research, Education, and Outreach Facility located at Cherry Research Farm in Goldsboro, N.C. welcomed our first international visitors. A Brazilian delegation from the International Visitor Leadership [...]

Marcello Cappellazzi2023-04-17T11:54:56-04:00April 17th, 2023|Agrophile|

The Center for Environmental Farming Systems is a partnership of North Carolina State University, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, and the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.

About Marcello Cappellazzi