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Laws for u-pick and farm stands?

Q: I have a lavender farm in Clackamas county and I am wanting to open up to u-pick for the summer. We are zoned Exclusive Farm Use (EFU) I have not been able to get a clear understanding from the county on whether ...

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Day-neutral Strawberry Production in Central Oregon

Learn how to grow strawberries commercially in Central Oregon. The high desert region of Central Oregon can be a particularly challenging place to grow strawberries and other horticultural crops. Despite the ...

Clare Sullivan, Brent Black, Amanda Davis, Nicole Sanchez | Dec 2022 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Measuring the Economic Impact of Pests and Pest Management on Cranberries in Oregon and Washington

This report summarizes cranberry crop losses due to pests, diseases and weeds for a single year. The data helps producers understand the factors that contribute to losses, as well as the economic impacts of individual pests.

Katie Murray, Isaac Sandlin, Peter Ellsworth, Paul Jepson, Al Fournier, Hang-Kwang Luh, Cassie Bouska, Chris Hedstrom | Feb 2022 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

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Strawberry Nutrient Management Guide for Oregon and Washington

By Emily Dixon ​​​​ Bernadine Strik Javier Fernandez-Salvador and Lisa Devetter

Strawberry growers in Oregon and Washington raise fruit for both the processed and fresh markets, using both conventional and certified organic systems. This guide explains nutrient management for June-bearing and day-neutral cultivars — the two types of strawberries typically grown in the Pacific Northwest.

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Berry Cultivars

Blueberry Cultivars for the Pacific Northwest

This publication describes blueberry cultivars, including northern highbush, southern highbush, rabbiteye, lowbush, and half-high types. It includes information on commercial value and identifies which cultivars work well for home gardens.

Chad Finn, Bernadine Strik, Patrick P. Moore | Feb 2014 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Raspberry Cultivars for the Pacific Northwest

This publication describes raspberry cultivars, including red, yellow, black, and purple types. It explains the difference between floricane-fruiting and primocane-fruiting cultivars, includes information on commercial value, ...

Chad Finn, Bernadine Strik, Patrick P. Moore | Feb 2014 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Blackberry Cultivars for Oregon

This publication describes blackberry cultivars, including trailing, erect, semierect, primocane-fruiting erect, and blackberry/red raspberry hybrids. It includes information on commercial value and identifies which cultivars work well for home gardens.

Chad Finn, Bernadine Strik | Dec 2021 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Growing Berries, Kiwifruit and Table Grapes on the Oregon Coast

By Cassie Bouska Emily Dixon and Bernadine Strik

Live on the coast? Check out these 6 publications on the best ways to grow your favorite berries! We suggest you start with the overview, then move on to the crop specific guides.

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Bernadine Strik remembered as 'amazing person, mentor and friend'

In 2021, Bernadine Strik received the highest honor bestowed by the International Society for Horticultural Science for her industry-changing program on berries.

Kym Pokorny | Apr 21, 2023 | News story

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Because of vole activity in the Willamette Valley from 2018-2021, crops disappeared, pastures were ruined and young blueberries and orchard trees girdled.

Kym Pokorny | Jan 19, 2023 | News story

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Podcast Episodes

205 - George Kaufman - What the heck does IPM mean (in blueberries)?

George Kaufman is a crop advisor for AgriCare, Inc. Halls Ferry Farm is a large-scale farming operation that focuses on producing organic blueberries and hazelnuts. Boasting 2,500 acres of farmable land and hedgerows as far as ...

Andony Melathopoulos | Feb 2022 | Podcast episode

185 - Kathleen Law - Keeping Bees Safe During Blueberries

Highbush blueberry is the largest pollinated crop in Oregon and one of the top crops in the US as a whole. Beekeepers report that their colonies can sometimes experience difficulties when pollinating this crop. In this episode...

Andony Melathopoulos | Jul 2021 | Podcast episode

192 - Lisa DeVetter - Blueberry Pollination Planner

Lisa DeVetter is an Associate Professor of Small Fruit Horticulture at Washington State University.

Andony Melathopoulos | Sep 2021 | Podcast episode

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Laws for u-pick and farm stands?

Q: I have a lavender farm in Clackamas county and I am wanting to open up to u-pick for the summer. We are zoned Exclusive Farm Use (EFU) I have not been able to get a clear understanding from the county on whether ...

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