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OSU Extension Fire Program fosters place-based partnerships

As a land grant university, Oregon State University takes research and innovation out of the labs and puts them into practice in the communities and landscapes around the state through Extension programs. While OSU’s influence ...

Aug 2024 | Impact Story

Be Well Project helps Oregonians take action to protect their well water

About 25% of private wells in the United States contain contaminants known to increase the risk of chronic diseases. Arsenic and nitrate are among the most commonly detected contaminants. In Oregon, approximately 23% of residents ...

Jul 2024 | Impact Story

OSU Extension helps livestock producers follow stricter antibiotic rules

Antibiotics are a powerful tool against bacterial disease, but widespread use in people and animals has led some bacteria to evolve into drug‑resistant strains. Each year in the United States, more than 2.8 million ...

Jun 2024 | Impact Story

Mint Pest Alert Newsletter improves pest control and reduces costs for Oregon growers

Oregon is the nation’s third-leading producer of peppermint, harvesting approximately 840,000 pounds with a crop value of $28.7 million in 2022. But pests like mint root borer and variegated cutworm threaten crop yields and ...

Apr 2024 | Impact Story

Living on the Land helps small-acreage landowners steward their land and protect natural resources

Rural landowners in the Willamette Valley often face steep learning curves when it comes to managing soil, water, livestock and vegetation. Many are new to land stewardship and need guidance on protecting natural resources while ...

Apr 2024 | Impact Story

Extension research educates producers on leaf removal in Oregon vineyards

Wine grape vineyards are highly susceptible to powdery mildew and botrytis bunch rot — two fungal diseases that can ruin fruit and result in unsellable wine. One proven, non-chemical method for reducing these diseases is the ...

Mar 2024 | Impact Story

Revitalized Master Food Preserver training expands access

Interest in home food preservation has surged since the COVID-19 pandemic, with Oregon ranking ninth nationally for home canning–related Google searches. Yet many Oregonians struggle to find reliable, research-based information. Oregon ...

Mar 2024 | Impact Story

OSU tools help organic farmers improve nutrient management and cut costs

Applying nitrogen fertilizer is a balancing act for farmers. Too little can limit crop yields. Too much wastes money, increases pest risk, and harms water quality. For organic and sustainable farmers, managing nitrogen is ...

Mar 2024 | Impact Story

Collaborations build wildfire resilience through Home Ignition Zone education

Wildfires play an important ecological role, but when they threaten homes and infrastructure, the consequences can be severe. Research shows that building materials, home condition and the type of vegetation within the first 100 ...

Mar 2024 | Impact Story

OSU EXCITE initiative strengthens vaccine education and outreach

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 ...

Dec 2023 | Impact Story