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Oregon Wheat Growers League

The Oregon Wheat Growers League is a nonprofit trade association which strives to enhance the productivity and profitability of Oregon wheat growers through communication and education, by providing market assurance, and in conducting stimulating research.

Nov 2020 | Online resource

Oregon Aglink

We are a private, non-profit volunteer membership organization dedicated to growing agriculture in Oregon through education and promotion; bridging the gap between urban and rural Oregonians.

Nov 2020 | Online resource

Microscopic worm that liquefies slugs may be answer to controlling this invasive pest

 In Oregon at least half of the 20 top agricultural commodities suffer from slug damage.

Kym Pokorny | Nov 16, 2020 | News story

A Guide to Hedgerows: Plantings That Enhance Biodiversity, Sustainability and Functionality

Hedgerows are living fences with the ability to grow food, shelter wildlife, save water, manage weeds and look beautiful all year round. Study the many benefits of hedgerows, and learn what you need to know to plant your own living fence.

Pami Monnette, Jude Hobbs | Jun 2020 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Kabocha and Buttercup Squash for Western Oregon Gardens

Kabocha and buttercup squash are gaining popularity for their outstanding culinary characteristics and small size. The squashes' intriguing history, production practices, flavor and uses may inspire more gardeners to grow and eat this exceptional vegetable.

Alice Formiga, Jennifer Wetzel, Shinji Kawai, Lane Selman, Alexandra Stone | Nov 2019 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Retired Extension agent, turning 100, reflects on career

Steve Besse spent one-quarter of his life, 25 years, working for Oregon State University’s College of Agriculture, and most of it in Extension.

Mitch Lies | Oct 30, 2019 | News story

Researchers determine pollen abundance and diversity in five major pollinator-dependent crops

A new study provides valuable insights into pollen abundance and diversity available to honeybee colonies employed in five major pollinator-dependent crops in Oregon and California.

Chris Branam | Aug 28, 2019 | News story

Guide to Oregon county soil survey reports

In the 1970s, soil scientists started gathering information about Oregon soils by digging hundreds of holes, observing the landscapes and recording information. Now, that wealth of information is available online.

Brad Withrow-Robinson, Debra Zaveson, Jacob Putney | Dec 2007 | Article Peer reviewed (Gray level)

Cultivating

Cultivating Healthy Farms, Forests, Food and Families in Polk County.

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