Older adults in Oregon face several health challenges, including chronic conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, arthritis and hypertension. Many older adults have mobility challenges due to muscle weakness, joint pain and low ...
Research shows that people of color are far less likely to engage in nature-based outdoor recreation activities, with historic discrimination being a large underlying factor. People of color are three times more likely than white ...
Families in Oregon face several challenges when it comes to finding quality child care. Because there is a significant shortage of child care slots, especially for infants and toddlers, many families struggle to find available ...
Research shows that while 80% of community college students intend to earn a bachelor’s degree, only 25% transfer to a four-year college within five years, and just 17% earn a bachelor’s within six years of transferring. A...
Food preservation is a popular hobby in Oregon, but it is also an important way that households can lower their food budget, reduce food waste and enjoy seasonal delicacies year-round. Particularly in rural areas, where grocery ...
Interest in growing olives, a high-value specialty crop, is increasing in Oregon. However, research-based information about cultivar selection and other production practices for growing olives in the state is lacking. The primary ...
Farmers and ranchers face overwhelming stress from market fluctuations, crop failures, unpredictable weather, injuries and other setbacks, leading to depression and, too often, suicide. According to the Centers for Disease Control and ...
Oregon is the leading producer of Christmas trees in the United States, supplying over 33% of the national market. In 2023, Oregon produced approximately 3.4 million Christmas trees, generating around $117.6 million in gross sales....
Forest managers in the Pacific Northwest face the challenge of balancing timber harvests with maximizing above-ground carbon sequestration, a critical factor in combating climate change. The carbon stored in U.S. forests offsets 13% ...
When highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) was first detected in Oregon in May 2022, poultry businesses were forced to cull infected birds, backyard chicken owners worried about their flocks, and 4-H participants faced ...