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OSU Extension provides practical, research-based nutrition education to help Oregonians make healthy food choices and build lifelong habits. We offer classes, recipes and resources that support well-being for individuals, families and communities across the state.

Featured resources

Microgreens Oregon Harvest for Schools (in English)

Microgreens! We grow them in Oregon! We eat them in school!

Apr 2024 | Video

Fermented Foods: Escabeche (in English)

Learn science-based, step-by-step food preservation techniques. In this video, we demonstrate how to ferment vegetables for Escabeche (Mexican spicy pickled vegetables).

Dec 2022 | Video

Omega-3s for health

Omega-3 fatty acids play important roles in human health and may help lower the risk of developing heart disease, some forms of cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, dementia and macular degeneration.

Jung Kwon, Stephanie Polizzi | Nov 2024 | OSU Extension Catalog

Nutrition for Older Adults: Preventing Malnutrition as the Body Ages

Poor nutrition can cause a cascade of health problems for older adults. This guide lists the nutrients of concern for people over 60 — from antioxidants to calcium to water. Learn how eating well can stave off chronic disease.

Dusti Linnell, Cheryl Kirk, Rose Jepson-Sullivan, Christine Mouzong, Sally Bowman | Dec 2021 | OSU Extension Catalog

Latest news

OSU Extension grows library partnerships for access to food preservation

Borrowable equipment helps households save money and reduce waste.

Jared Hibbard-Swanson | Apr 2026 | Impact story

OSU Extension brings gardens and nutrition to classrooms

Students explore plant science, healthy foods and hands-on learning.

Kelly Noack, Alix Brant | Apr 2026 | Impact story

OSU Extension partners to launch Oakridge school garden

Students help design a space for learning, food and community.

Jillian Drewes, Heather Buley | Mar 2026 | Impact story

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Foods that fight wildfires

Eating foods rich in particular nutrients can help shield your lungs and heart from damage caused by air pollution and wildfire smoke. Learn what variety of healthy foods in your diet will be especially beneficial to consume during a wildfire smoke event. Smoke carries pollutants like heavy metals, and consuming foods rich in iron, calcium, and zinc can help lower these levels in your body, protecting your overall health.

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Latest resources

Showtime: the art of school food excellence with Michael Rosenberger (in English)

A smart, energizing look at how great school meals boost learning, attendance and success—plus leadership lessons, creative partnerships and why investing in people changes everything.

Michelle Markesteyn, PhD, Rick Sherman | Apr 2026 | Podcast episode

Sticky notes and big ideas from the ROC and the 585: Farm to School in Rochester (in English)

From school gardens to city food policy, Rochester’s Mike Bulger shares how neighbors are growing healthier kids and stronger communities—with heart, humor and one surprising local twist.

Michelle Markesteyn, PhD, Rick Sherman | Apr 2026 | Podcast episode

A problem we can eat our way out of (in English)

From federal procurement rules to Indigenous foodways like the Three Sisters, this episode explores how schools, farmers and communities are working together to bring local, culturally meaningful food to cafeterias.

Michelle Markesteyn, PhD, Rick Sherman | Mar 2026 | Podcast episode

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OSU Extension programs

Farm to School

Farm to School supports Oregon's farmers, creates jobs, and strengthens local economies. It helps kids by providing access to and teaching them about fresh foods. It increases access to local healthy foods in schools, and it is stewarding the land for future generations.

Program

Nutrition Education and Outreach Programs

Family and Community Health educators provide practical, research-based nutrition education and resources to promote healthy food choices. Some of our nutrition programming efforts include the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program....

Program

Food Hero (in English)

Food Hero is your go-to site for quick, tasty, healthy recipes and helpful tips. Whether you're a beginner or a pro, you'll find something new for your family to enjoy.

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Upcoming Events

May 30

Get Outdoors day

10:00 am - 3:00 pm Corvallis, OR
May 30

Cottage Grove 2026 Food Preservation Workshop - Fruit Preserves

10:00 am - 2:00 pm Cottage Grove, OR
Jun 6

Lincoln County Master Gardener™ Association: Planting Your Garden

12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Waldport, OR
Jun 13

Eugene 2026 Food Preservation Workshop - Fruit Preserves

10:00 am - 2:00 pm Eugene, OR
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Meet Our Experts

Cindy Brown
4-H/FCH-SNAP Program Coordinator

Contact me for questions on 4-H youth development and healthy living programming in Sherman County as well as healthy living topics such as MyPlate, gardening, food preservation and food storage!

Shawna Holland
FCH/SNAP-Ed Program Coordinator

Please contact me for information about nutrition, physical activity, and food security in Crook County.

Lauren Kraemer
Associate Professor, Family and Community Health

Contact me if you are interested in learning more about partnering with Extension Health faculty to support health and wellbeing programs in Oregon's Central Region.

Jung Kwon
Associate Professor of Food Science & Technology

Contact for information about the OSU Seafood Extension Program

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What is Veggie Rx?

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