Bees and other animal pollinators enhance the reproduction of nearly 90% of the Earth’s wild flowering plants, in addition to many food crops, and are an essential component of biodiversity. However, identifying native bees, ...
As COVID-19 vaccines became widely available in 2021, many communities faced challenges in accessing accurate information and overcoming vaccine hesitancy. In Oregon’s Latino communities, logistical barriers, lack of culturally relevant ...
In 2006, organic blueberry production was a small but growing niche in Oregon — only about 2% of the state’s 4,400 acres were certified organic. Growers faced high input costs, uncertain yield potential, and a lack of ...
