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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

Master Gardener volunteers grow food, knowledge and community across Oregon

Together, Master Gardener volunteers contributed 157,213 hours of service in 2024 — the equivalent of 77 full-time staff positions — and delivered more than $5.46 million in community value.

Leslie Madsen | Nov 2025 | Impact story

OSU survey highlights weed challenges in Oregon agriculture

The statewide assessment provides the roadmap to target research, testing and Extension education where they will deliver the greatest benefit.

Victor Hugo Vidal Ribeiro | Oct 2025 | Impact story

Master Woodland Managers strengthen Oregon forests

The program cultivates both expertise and community service.

Sep 2025 | Impact story

Oregon State researchers develop forecast model for spotted lanternfly

The forecasts provide surveillance support, targeted control, and highlight regions at high risk of establishment.

Leonard Coop | Sep 2025 | Impact story