News and impact

Wider spacing helps Oregon nurseries slow boxwood blight

Simple spacing and watering changes can protect nursery crops.

May 2026 | Impact story

OSU research cuts labor costs in blackberry production

Study identifies a lower-labor system that improves grower returns.

Scott Lukas, Amanda Davis | 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

OSU pruning research helps hazelnut growers cut losses

Study shows some disease management costs do not improve returns.

Jay W. Pscheidt | Apr 2026 | Impact story

OSU Extension develops producer-centered soil health program

New strategy will connect research, tools and real-world farm decisions.

Shannon Cappellazzi | Apr 2026 | Impact story