News and impact

OSU Extension meets growing demand for safe home food preservation

Safety-first canning guidance reached 206,574 Oregonians in 2025.

Jared Hibbard-Swanson | Mar 2026 | Impact story

Co-created wildfire guide helps Spanish-speaking renters prepare

Culturally tailored resources reach farmworker families through trusted partners.

Kayla Bordelon | Feb 2026 | Impact story

OSU tests vineyard spray to help protect wine grapes from wildfire smoke

For the wine industry, the research offers progress and clearer guardrails.

Yanyun Zhao | Feb 2026 | Impact story

Garden challenge helps Oregon families grow food, skills and health

Grow This! initiative boosts food access, nutrition skills and classroom learning

Lauren Tobey | Nov 2025 | Impact story

Collaborative OSU effort reduces whale entanglement, earns national honor

The project helped create a safer and more sustainable environment for both whales and fishermen, ensuring the long-term viability of Oregon’s coastal ecosystems and fishing industry.

Leigh Torres, Amanda Gladics | Nov 2025 | Impact story