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Outdoor School, Oregon State Parks launch Get Out There Together program
Jun 20, 2019
Oregon State University Extension Service and Oregon State Parks are partnering to offer a new program called Get Out There Together.
Oregon State University launches largest, most comprehensive hemp research center in the nation
Jun 12, 2019
Oregon State University officials announced plans today (Thursday, June 13) to launch the nation’s largest research center devoted to the study of hemp, and announced that OSU will begin certifying hemp seed for planting in Oregon.
Researchers determine ideal areas and timing for biological control of invasive stink bug
Jun 10, 2019
Biological control of the brown marmorated stink bug, an invasive pest that devastates gardens and crops, would be more effective in natural areas bordering crops or at times when certain insecticides aren’t being applied.
Trial gardens show vegetables can be grown without irrigation
Jun 7, 2019
Save yourself some money and help the environment by trying dry gardening
Help deter wildfires around homes with appropriate landscaping
May 31, 2019
How you design your garden can have a difference if threatened by wildfire.
OSU names Anita Azarenko interim vice provost for outreach and engagement
May 31, 2019
Anita Azarenko, who has served more than 30 years in a wide range of leadership roles at Oregon State University, has been named interim vice provost for the Division of University Outreach and Engagement and director of the OSU Extension Service, OSU Provost and Executive Vice President Ed Feser announced Friday.
Sweeten up summer with strawberries
May 24, 2019
Growing strawberries isn't difficult if you follow some simple tips.
Extreme draining of Oregon reservoir aids young salmon and eliminates invasive fish
May 21, 2019
Low-cost, extreme draining of Fall Creek Reservoir aided downstream migration of juvenile chinook salmon – and led to the gradual disappearance of two species of predatory invasive fish in the artificial lake.
Barring wildlife helps get your space back
May 17, 2019
Sometimes, it's best to learn to live with the animals that also call our gardens home.
OSU Science on Tap presents talk on Egyptian tombs, language and culture
May 14, 2019
Egyptologist Hassan Latif will present “Secrets to the afterlife – decoding Egyptian tombs, language and culture” at Oregon State Science on Tap on May 30.