State House District 32

Multilingual fair connects coastal residents to services and safety

Latine, Hispanic and Central American Indigenous communities on the Oregon Coast often face barriers to accessing health, safety, education and disaster preparedness resources. By reducing language and access barriers, OSU Extension and...

May 2026 | Impact Story

OSU study shows smoke stresses calves

Oregon’s cattle industry is a major part of the state’s agricultural economy. The Oregon Department of Agriculture ranks cattle and calves as Oregon’s No. 2 agricultural commodity, with a production value of about $791.5 ...

May 2026 | Impact Story

Clatsop students explore forestry careers outdoors

Clatsop County is 87% forestland, with a mix of public and private ownership. Though the area is rich in natural resources, many local students and families may not be aware of the career opportunities nearby. The program ...

May 2026 | Impact Story

OSU, Forest Service find high wildfire risk for old forests where fire used to be common

Mature and old-growth forests are among the Pacific Northwest’s most valuable natural assets. They store large amounts of carbon, provide wildlife habitat, support water systems and contribute to recreation, tourism and other public...

May 2026 | Impact Story

OSU helps grow dairy workforce skills and industry investment

Oregon’s dairy industry is a major contributor to the state’s economy, generating hundreds of millions of dollars in annual sales and supporting jobs in production, processing and value-added products. By helping processors meet ...

Apr 2026 | Impact Story

Clatsop County leaders gain insight into forestry and wildfire

Clatsop County’s timber and forest products industries remain an important part of the local economy, supporting jobs, contractors, mills and related businesses. Clatsop County and its service districts receive significant revenue from...

Apr 2026 | Impact Story

OSU convenes food and beverage industry to reduce waste, drive innovation funding

Oregon’s food and beverage industry is a major economic driver, but it faces growing challenges tied to efficiency, sustainability and coordination across the supply chain. By aligning research with industry needs and building ...

Apr 2026 | Impact Story

OSU Extension develops producer-centered soil health program

Across Oregon, agricultural producers want to improve soil health to strengthen productivity, reduce risk and build resilience. But many still lack practical, trusted guidance to interpret soil health and fertility results and connect...

Apr 2026 | Impact Story

OSU research explores western hardwood challenges

Hardwood trees such as red alder, bigleaf maple and Oregon white oak grow across millions of acres in Oregon and Washington. They shade streams, support wildlife and contribute to forest resilience. A better understanding of the...

Apr 2026 | Impact Story

School IPM Program protects health and safety of Oregon children

Asthma is the top cause of absenteeism in U.S. public K–12 schools. In Oregon, common school pests such as mice, cockroaches and flies can trigger asthma and spread diseases including E. coli, Lyme disease and salmonellosis. ...

Mar 2026 | Impact Story