Coastal

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

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

Sea Grant Extension supports creation of award-winning ocean acidification curriculum

Ocean acidification is a change in ocean chemistry caused by increasing levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. As oceans absorb more carbon dioxide, less carbonate is available — a key ingredient marine organisms need to ...

Feb 2023 | Impact Story