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OSU Extension enhances mental health support for rural Oregonians

Farmers and ranchers face intense stress from crop failures, market changes, unpredictable weather, injuries and more. These pressures contribute to rising rates of depression — and, too often, suicide. According to the Centers for...

Jul 2025 | Impact Story

OSU helps develop high-tech solutions for Pacific Northwest fruit orchards

Pear, cherry and apple production is vital to Oregon’s rural economy, valued at a combined $200 million in 2022. But the industry faces serious challenges: climate change, rising costs, labor shortages and stricter regulations. ...

Jun 2025 | Impact Story

OSU study reveals benefits of crop rotation and no-till wheat farming in northeast Oregon

In the drylands of Eastern Oregon, wheat farming is a way of life — and growers are looking for ways to replenish stored soil carbon and improve soil health in their fields. Oregon State University researchers at the ...

May 2025 | Impact Story

OSU Extension helps improve farm safety through first aid trainings

Agricultural work is among the most dangerous occupations in the United States, with farm owners and workers routinely exposed to severe traumatic injuries such as amputations, burns and crush injuries. In rural areas, the time ...

Apr 2025 | Impact Story

Outdoor School nurtures curiosity, connection and environmental understanding

For more than 60 years, Outdoor School has provided Oregon students with a unique opportunity to learn about science and the natural world through direct experience. What began in 1957 in Southern Oregon quickly expanded, with ...

Mar 2025 | Impact Story

OSU Extension Small Farms Program among nation’s best

Small-acreage farms in Oregon play a crucial role in the state's agricultural landscape. According to the 2022 Census of Agriculture, a majority of the 35,547 farms in Oregon are small acreage, meaning they are 50 acres or ...

Feb 2025 | Impact Story

OSU Farm to School enhances student health and boosts local economies

Oregon State University's Farm to School program, housed in the Center for Resilient Agriculture & Food Systems, works across OSU Extension programs to maximize the benefits for kids, food producers and processors, and ...

Feb 2025 | Impact Story

Extension calving education supports Oregon producers

The cattle industry is a significant part of Oregon's economy, contributing over $900 million annually. It consistently ranks first or second among the state’s most-valued agricultural commodities, providing numerous employment ...

Feb 2025 | Impact Story

Oregon grass seed growers gain from OSU research and Extension

Grass seed is commonly used to establish and maintain lawns in residential, commercial and public spaces, providing aesthetic appeal and recreational areas. It is essential for creating durable and resilient surfaces for sports ...

Feb 2025 | Impact Story

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

4-H is the largest out-of-school youth program in the United States and the only nationwide youth organization administered through land grant universities. In Oregon, 4-H is affiliated with Oregon State University. 4-H Youth ...

Feb 2025 | Impact Story