Pests and diseases are the curse of the gardener’s existence. One day, there’s a healthy cucumber; the next, it’s a moldy mess. Searching for reliable information can be frustrating, particularly for research-based knowledge ...
Spotted wing drosophila (SWD) is a significant pest in Oregon, particularly affecting small and stone fruit crops like cherries, blueberries and raspberries. The fruit fly was first detected in Oregon around 2009 and has since ...
Feb 2025 |
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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 ...
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 ...
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....
As climate change transforms the weather in Western Oregon, more and more nursery owners, landscapers and home gardeners are looking for plants that are fully drought-tolerant and cold-hardy. Development of genuinely low-input ...
As people increasingly recognize the vital role honeybees play in pollinating key crops, there's a growing interest in raising them in backyards. To support this enthusiasm, the Oregon State University Extension Service launched the...
Busy work schedules, limited child care availability and fees for program registration pose challenges to families looking for opportunities for youths to explore new interests. In response, Kristen Moore, Oregon State University ...