These efforts help Oregon farmers adapt to shifting markets, strengthen local economies and expand access to high-quality, locally grown herbs and vegetables.
Kristine Buckland, Heidi Noordijk |
Dec 2025 |
Impact story
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.
Library of Things collections provide free equipment rentals to library patrons for limited time periods, allowing bulky or expensive pieces of equipment to circulate through the community to be shared and enjoyed by many residents.
