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Sea Grant Extension documents whale movements to mitigate entanglements

Entanglement in fishing gear is a major threat to whales. It can cause drowning and infections and impair their ability to swim or eat. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's 2022 West Coast Whale ...

Apr 2025 | Impact Story

Walk With Ease expands awareness through partnerships, marketing

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 ...

Apr 2025 | Impact Story

OSU program enhances fishermen’s safety and preparedness

Commercial fishing in Oregon is a hazardous occupation. Fishermen often work with heavy machinery and equipment. The wet and slippery conditions on fishing vessels increase the risk of slips, trips and falls. Long hours and ...

Mar 2025 | Impact Story

OSU Woodland Stick simplifies tree measurements for landowners

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 ...

Mar 2025 | Impact Story

OSU Extension helps Oregon’s woodland owners manage their land

Oregon has approximately 44,000 private woodland owners who own 10 or more acres of forestland who collectively manage about 3.3 million acres of forest, according to the Oregon Forest Resources Institute. This represents a ...

Feb 2025 | Impact Story

4-H shines at Oregon county fairs, where youths showcase skills and projects

4-H Youth Development is a program of the Oregon State University Extension Service that serves nearly 25,000 youths across the state. The 4-H program plays a significant role in county fairs, providing youths with opportunities ...

Feb 2025 | Impact Story

OSU Extension 4-H babysitter training tackles Oregon's child care shortage

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 ...

Jan 2025 | Impact Story

OSU Extension enhances mental health support for rural Oregonians

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 ...

Jan 2025 | Impact Story

OSU research keeps Oregon Christmas tree industry No. 1 in the nation

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....

Jan 2025 | Impact Story

OSU study identifies optimal forest management practices for carbon sequestration

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% ...

Jan 2025 | Impact Story