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As climate changes, interest grows in OSU Extension Dry Farming Project

The OSU Dry Farming Project continues as the go-to resource for dry farming and model for participatory climate adaptation research as growers throughout the West continue to feel the impacts of drought and seek alternatives to unreliable summer irrigation.

Amy Garrett | Apr 2022 | Impact story

Dry farming gains traction in Northwest with Extension collaboration

With disappearing water comes more interest in farming without irrigation.

Kym Pokorny | Oct 12, 2021 | News story

What Can I Do with My Small Farm? Selecting an Enterprise for Small Acreages

Covers the many factors involved in making decisions related to the use of small-farm property. Discusses the small farm as a hobby, an agricultural tax deferral, and a family income. Explains how to match crop...

Amy Garrett, Chip Bubl, Garry Stephenson, Maud Powell, Lauren Gwin, Melissa Fery, Heather Stoven | Jun 2021 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

AgBizLogic-Climate Change Impacts on Agriculture

As farmers and ranchers work to feed our nation, they depend on the weather to help their crops and animals thrive. But the climate is changing. Temperatures are rising, along with carbon dioxide levels. With the right tools,...

Clark Seavert, Amy Garrett, Katherine Hegewisch, David E. Rupp, PH.D. | Jun 2020 | Video

Dry Farming in the Maritime Pacific Northwest: Intro to Dry Farming Organic Vegetables

This publication provides an overview of dry farming, describes some of the management practices that support growing organic vegetable crops without supplemental irrigation in this region, and offers some additional resources.

Amy Garrett | Feb 2019 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Common misconceptions and key points about dry farming

Learn about soil moisture and cultivation needed when dry farming. In facing challenges of increasing weather variability and a changing climate, one experienced dry farmer shares how he has grown squash, beans, tomatoes and corn without irrigation for decades.

Amy Garrett | Jul 2014 | Article Peer reviewed (Gray level)

Enhancing Organic Agriculture in Oregon: Research, Education, and Policy

This report combines different perspectives--farmers, researchers, and food system stakeholders across statewide and sub-regional scales--to shed light on what is needed to enhance organic agriculture in Oregon. Some ...

Garry Stephenson, Lauren Gwin, Maud Powell, Amy Garrett | Jul 2012 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Enhancing Organic Agriculture in Oregon: Research, Education and Policy

A look at the research, education, and policy needs of Oregon’s organic farming sector from several perspectives.

Garry Stephenson, Lauren Gwin, Maud Powell, Amy Garrett, Oregon Tilth, Inc. | Jul 2012 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

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