Agricultural Experiment Station

OSU study finds market potential for smoke-impacted wines

Oregon ranks fourth in wine production in the United States, following California, Washington and New York. The state is renowned for its high-quality wines, particularly pinot noir and chardonnay, and has several distinct ...

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

OSU research and Extension outreach drive cattle industry to success

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

OSU partnership provides durability for Central Oregon hay growers

Hay and forage producers in Central Oregon, Oregon’s top hay-producing region, face significant challenges, including limited irrigation water supply, increasing fertilizer and input costs and changing insect pest dynamics. Overcoming ...

Feb 2025 | Impact Story

OSU research vital for Oregon's nursery industry success

The nursery and greenhouse industry is the most valuable agricultural commodity in Oregon. A national leader, Oregon is the third largest nursery producing state in the United States. This prominent position is due to the state's...

Jan 2025 | Impact Story

Virtual fencing research seeks to modernize ranching

In ranching, traditional fencing requires significant labor and financial investment to install and maintain. Physical fences are rigid and can limit the ability to adapt grazing patterns to changing environmental conditions. Physical ...

Jan 2025 | Impact Story

OSU research and education boost Oregon wheat production

Wheat is one of Oregon’s most valuable crops. In 2022, farmers planted approximately 740,000 acres of winter wheat and other varieties across the state. The crop had a direct value of $431 million, ranking sixth among ...

Jan 2025 | Impact Story

OSU Extension explores new legume and root crops to boost rotational crop value in the Columbia Basin

In the irrigated farmland of the Lower Columbia Basin, onions and potatoes are the region’s major high-value crops. These crops are typically rotated to manage pests and diseases, preserve soil health, and optimize resource use....

Jan 2025 | Impact Story

VIT TECH expands sustainable wine grape education in the Walla Walla Valley

Continuing education is essential for wine grape growers to stay current with research, adopt improved practices and maintain pesticide license requirements. Yet in the Walla Walla Valley, producers lacked access to locally relevant, ...

Jan 2025 | Impact Story

OSU Extension trials lead to better yields and grape quality in Umatilla County

The Walla Walla Valley experiences the most extreme climatic conditions among Oregon’s wine regions. While production systems have adapted over time, climate change has led to more unpredictable and intense weather. These shifting ...

Jan 2025 | Impact Story