News and impact

OSU researchers discover nematode that could help control invasive slugs

In Oregon at least half of the 20 top agricultural commodities suffer from slug damage.

Kym Pokorny | Nov 16, 2020 | News story

Emergency response fulfills Extension's mission to serve all Oregonians

The OSU Extension Service has a defined role in federal, state and local emergency plans.

Chris Branam | Sep 18, 2020 | News story

OSU Extension mobilizes across Western Oregon to support wildfire livestock evacuations

Volunteers, 4-H youths and staff respond quickly to care for displaced animals

Chris Branam | Sep 11, 2020 | News story

Honey bee lives shortened after exposure to two widely used pesticides

Beekeepers and environmental groups have raised concerns about the negative effects of these insecticides in recent years.

Chris Branam | Jun 16, 2020 | News story

Honey bee study reveals nutritional gaps in key pollination crops

Research highlights concerns with pollen diversity in almonds, blueberries and carrot seed.

Chris Branam | Aug 28, 2019 | News story