News and impact

OSU Extension trials expand drought-tolerant plant options for Oregon’s nursery industry

Long-term evaluations are identifying hardy, low-input shrubs and groundcovers to help growers, landscapers and gardeners adapt to a changing climate.

Heather Stoven, Neil Bell | Jan 2025 | Impact story

Oregon State research guides fertilizer use in berry crops

OSU has helped berry growers across the Pacific Northwest reduce input costs, improve yields and apply fertilizers more efficiently

Scott Lukas, Amanda Davis | Dec 2024 | Impact story

OSU inspires Oregonians to become successful beekeepers

The Oregon Master Beekeeper Program fosters a supportive community and contributing to the health and sustainability of honeybee populations.

Jennifer Larsen | Dec 2024 | Impact story

Online course helps Oregonians prepare for big earthquake and tsunami

The course enables Oregonians to take practical steps that increase their safety and resilience.

Glenda Hyde, Lauren Kraemer | Nov 2024 | Impact story

Viticulturist finds that Southern Oregon vineyards could save costs on water

Southern Oregon wine grape growers might be able to cut their water usage by almost half because of a new study led by Oregon State University Extension Service that found wine grape water usage estimated by the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation's AgriMet was 44% higher than necessary.

Nov 2024 | Impact story