AppState Fermentation Sciences

AppState Fermentation Sciences An interdisciplinary program that provides students with strong background in chemistry, biology, bu

North Carolina has more than 100 wineries and just as many craft breweries, and the number of craft distilleries is catching up. The Fermentation Sciences (BS) degree at Appalachian State University, a unique feature of the University since 2012, is building an educated, innovative workforce for an array of diverse career fields. An interdisciplinary degree within the College of Arts and Sciences,

Fermentation Sciences provides students with a strong background in Chemistry and Biology with a food and beverage-based focus in Biotechnology and Sustainability. Faculty members have developed industry collaborations with local vineyards, wineries, breweries, distilleries, and biotechnology businesses to provide students with practical experience. Students leave Appalachian prepared to lead the workforce in fermentation sciences and are qualified to develop or manage businesses. Fermentation is inherently sustainable and environmentally compatible. Fermentation: is the cornerstone of sustainable food systems; permits the availability of meat, cheeses and fruit year-round; develops a scientific understanding to take an unpredictable process and create a more secure process for the preservation of food; incorporates aspects of sustainable business and sustainable practices (water usage, renewable resources and technologies).

TOMORROW! High County Beer Fest returns for its 19th year. Come out and support App State Fermentation Sciences!More inf...
08/28/2026

TOMORROW! High County Beer Fest returns for its 19th year. Come out and support App State Fermentation Sciences!

More info/buy tickets:
hcbeerfest.com


08/24/2026

Welcome to a new semester, Mountaineers! We wish you a successful one.

The News & Observer has covered Rootsii (our sweet potato milk project) recently.Read the article:tinyurl.com/5xx3v3rr
08/04/2026

The News & Observer has covered Rootsii (our sweet potato milk project) recently.

Read the article:
tinyurl.com/5xx3v3rr


Erik Martella, Lecturer and Wine Specialist, has been recognized by SevenFifty Daily for "reimagining wine education as ...
07/28/2026

Erik Martella, Lecturer and Wine Specialist, has been recognized by SevenFifty Daily for "reimagining wine education as a tool for career access, confidence, and opportunity—and enticing younger drinkers into the world of wine in the process." Congratulations, Erik!

Read the article:
tinyurl.com/2xc8zt5v


07/10/2026

Are you a CFS Alumni? If so, we'd love to hear from you. Complete our new Alumni Information Form and tell us your story. We're getting some great responses so far, so make sure your voice is heard!

tinyurl.com/655mpd59

06/30/2026

Meet Ian Wolniak, Gretchen Dunn and Nathan Wilcox, who are participating in summer research labs.



06/25/2026

Meet Alexis Lueders, Owen Berger, Alex Sweetman, and Jack Lamm, who are participating in summer research labs.



06/23/2026

Meet Jack Lamm, Ella Tynan, Rayanni Ross, and Alex Sweetman, who are participating in summer research labs.



06/05/2026

Partner needed for vineyard care with the potential for an enduring, long-term arrangement.

More info:
tinyurl.com/bddjep68

Introducing Rootsii! Backed by a $1.82 million NCInnovation grant, Appalachian State University professor Dr. Brett Taub...
05/29/2026

Introducing Rootsii! Backed by a $1.82 million NCInnovation grant, Appalachian State University professor Dr. Brett Taubman (left), lab manager Daniel Parker (right) and a team of student researchers are transforming surplus North Carolina sweetpotatoes into a first-of-its-kind, plant-based milk. Their goal is to go from proof of concept to store shelves over the next two years.

Read more:
today.appstate.edu/2026/05/15/rootsii

Official website:
rootsii.com

Photo by Chase Reynolds


App State researchers Dr. Brett Taubman and Daniel Parker have secured a $1.82 million NCInnovation grant to turn surplus NC sweetpotatoes into a plant-based milk product line — the first of its kind in the world. Their Rootsii startup tackles agricultural waste while providing 1,800 hours of hand...

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