News and impact

OSU research shows biochar benefits persist over time

Long-term findings show soil and crop gains from organic amendment.

Stephen Machado | May 2026 | Impact story

OSU study shows smoke stresses calves

Findings help producers spot hidden health effects during wildfire season.

Juliana Ranches, Jenifer Cruickshank | May 2026 | Impact story

Landowners expand prescribed fire use in Eastern Oregon

Community burn groups give landowners practical tools to reduce risk.

Micah Schmidt | Apr 2026 | Impact story

OSU helps grow dairy workforce skills and industry investment

Online training and partnerships boost processing expertise statewide.

Sheri Cole | Apr 2026 | Impact story

Producers gain skills to meet beef market standards

Expanded training improves access, certification and disease readiness.

Sergio Arispe | Apr 2026 | Impact story