Turfgrass generally needs a lot of water to stay green and healthy during hot and dry periods. In cooler, wetter climates like the coastal Pacific Northwest, there is plenty of rain from October to June, but very little ...
Walk With Ease is an evidence-based physical activity program developed by the Arthritis Foundation that is proven to reduce the pain associated with arthritis, increase physical activity, decrease pain and fatigue and increase ...
Oregon is renowned for producing some of the highest quality hazelnuts in the world, thanks to its ideal climate and rich volcanic soils. The state ranks No. 1 in the United States in hazelnuts, producing 99% of the ...
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To serve youths from underserved populations with identities that intersect with “geek culture,” the Oregon State University Extension Service 4-H Youth Development Program created the Questing Clovers Retreat (QCR) in 2023. ...
In 2023, the 4-H Marion County Outdoor Explorers program faced challenges such as transportation barriers, lack of funding and staff shortages. In response, Kelly Noack, 4-H Youth Development outreach coordinator in Marion County, ...
Oregon’s dairy industry is a vital part of the state’s agricultural sector, known for its high-quality milk and dairy products. Oregon is home to nearly 140 dairy farms, many of which have been family-owned and operated for...
Professional tree measurement tools can be costly, but the OSU Woodland Stick offers an affordable, simple and user-friendly alternative. Created by the Oregon State University Forestry and Natural Resources Extension Program, this ...
Small-acreage farms in Oregon play a crucial role in the state's agricultural landscape. According to the 2022 Census of Agriculture, a majority of the 35,547 farms in Oregon are small acreage, meaning they are 50 acres or ...
The emerald ash borer (EAB) is an invasive beetle that infests and kills ash trees. It was first detected in Oregon on June 30, 2022, in Forest Grove, marking its arrival on the West Coast. EAB poses a significant threat...
Oregon State University's Farm to School and School Gardens program, housed in the Center for Resilient Agriculture & Food Systems, works across OSU Extension programs to maximize the benefits for kids, food producers and ...