We’re here for you.
OSU Extension partners with communities in every county of Oregon to provide information, services and expertise to meet local challenges and help every Oregonian thrive. We are committed to creating positive change through programs and providing spaces where each person feels safe and welcome.
Our programs, partnerships and volunteer opportunities are focused on:
- Healthy communities and economies
- Resilient and productive forestry and natural ecosystems
- Sustainable agriculture, food systems, and gardening
- Thriving youth, individuals and families
What can we help you learn?
Vaccine eligibility and information
All Oregonians over the age of 16 will be eligible to sign up for a COVID-19 vaccine on April 19. Vaccines are free. No documentation needed for eligibility. See the coronavirus topic page for more information.
Todos los habitantes de Oregón mayores de 16 años serán elegibles para inscribirse para recibir la vacuna contra el COVID-19 a partir del 19 de abril. Las vacunas serán gratuitas y sin costo para usted. No necesita ninguna documentación o identificación específica para demostrar su elegibilidad. Cómo encontrar una vacuna contra el COVID-19 en Oregon.
Access our ongoing events
We are still active across the state delivering our workshops to you. Browse events in your county or by topic.
Around the Garden Series: Raised Bed Gardening
Backyard Birds
English- Train the Trainer Food Safety Workshop
Livestock Evacuation during Wildfires
Featured Resources
Have a Question? Ask an Expert!
Ask an Expert is a way for you to get answers from the Oregon State University Extension Service. We have experts in family and health, community development, food and agriculture, coastal issues, forestry, programs for young people, and gardening.
News
A cold soak lowers the risk of salmonella growth on ‘sprouted’ foods
If the soaking phase happens at ambient temperature, there is a significant food safety problem, study finds.Chris Branam | May 3, 2021 | News story
Choose a lawn mower to fit your needs
How you choose between rotary, reel and electric models has to do with your situation and preferences.Kym Pokorny | Apr 30, 2021 | News story
Plant veggies at the right time to avoid disappointment
One of the biggest mistakes people make is to plant too early.Kym Pokorny | Apr 26, 2021 | News story
OSU Extension Fast Facts
Our impact
Despite pandemic, county fairs and livestock shows go on for 4-H exhibitors
Oregon 4-H faculty, staff and volunteers worked throughout the spring and summer to highlight the hard work of 4-H youth exhibitors and provide a quality educational fair experience in a healthy, safe environment.Shana Withee, Jan Williams, Elli Korthuis, Traci Reed, Dani Annala, Wendy Hein, Erin Hansell-Heideman, Jon Gandy, Amy Derby, Susan Busler, Marilee Anderson | May 2021 | Impact story
New Kentucky bluegrass workgroup boosts Oregon seed research
The Eastern Oregon Kentucky Bluegrass Workgroup, which partners with the Agricultural Research Foundation, is in its second year.Darrin Walenta | May 2021 | Impact story
Extension support keeps Oregon Christmas trees on top
Extension helps make sure exported Christmas trees are pest-freeChal Landgren | Apr 2021 | Impact story
A message from Vice Provost Anita Azarenko: Acting together for change
"OSU Extension stands behind the university’s commitment to inclusive excellence. We stand and act against actions that continue to perpetuate systemic racism and maintain other societal inequities. I call on each member of our Extension community to learn, engage and act to help ensure that everyone—those we serve and aspire to serve—is welcome, safe and valued." Read the full statement.
Richard Little talks to a class about taking care of Mason Bees at Linn County Extension.
You can make a difference
Extension volunteers help us serve communities across Oregon. Master-level volunteers are trained by university experts and in turn dedicate their time to teaching and enriching their communities.