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A Forestry and Natural Resources Newsletter for the forest enthusiasts of Lane and Douglas Counties.

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Students collecting data to determine the carbon stocks of a shrimp pond in Honduras.

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Greenhouse gas effect caused by mangrove forest conversion is quite significant

Apr 10, 2017

Shrimp ponds and cattle pastures account of much of the loss of the tropical forest

By Chris Branam

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OSU researchers propose CRISPR as influencer of low genetic diversity in deadly bacteria

Oct 18, 2018

Scientists at Oregon State University have shed light on the evolutionary history of a soil-borne bacteria that is so dangerous to grazing animals it is kept behind lock-and-key to prevent its spread.

By Chris Branam

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Aspen is making a comeback in and around Yellowstone National Park, because of predators

Aug 30, 2018

The reintroduction of wolves into Yellowstone National Park is tied to the recovery of aspen in areas around the park, according to a new study.

By Chris Branam

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Amazon mangrove forest stores twice as much carbon per acre as region’s famous rainforest

Sep 24, 2018

Scientists have determined for the first time that Amazon’s waterlogged coastal mangrove forests, which are being clear cut for cattle pastures and shrimp ponds, store significantly more carbon per acre than the region’s famous rainforest.

By Chris Branam

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Genetic behavior reveals cause of death in poplars essential to ecosystems, industry

Oct 25, 2018

Scientists studying the valuable, but vulnerable, black cottonwood poplar have identified the genetic mechanism responsible for the species’ inability to resist a pervasive and deadly disease.

By Chris Branam

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NSF awards $1.8 million to OSU-Utah collaboration to estimate U.S. plant transpiration

Aug 29, 2018

With a $1.8 million from the National Science Foundation, scientists at Oregon State University and the University of Utah are teaming up to make initial estimates of U.S. plant transpiration.

By Chris Branam

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Conifers – especially Doug-firs – are suffering from drought

Aug 31, 2018

Several dry, warm years are taking their toll on Oregon conifers.

By Kym Pokorny

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North Willamette Research and Extension Center News

Find out what's been happening at the farm with the latest editions of newsletters.

Featured Question

Frog serenade not appreciated.

I am new to the area and we bought a house in the city with a water feature that has attracted loud frogs. What might I do to get rid of them this as they are disturbing our needed sleep.

By Dana Sanchez

Featured Question

Mosquitoes in Hot Pursuit!

There are aggressive mosquitoes in the area at all times of the day and evening (more than usual) and people are not able to even get outside and water their gardens. They are also following them into cars and houses. Can you help?

By Chip Bubl

Featured Question

Friendly snakes, don't tread on me!

We saw this snake on a hike in Lebanon. What kind of snake is this?

Featured Question

Feel the love, gopher snakes!

Please ID this snake ...I'm hoping it is a gopher snake.

By Dana Sanchez

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Tree Pruning Basics

A properly pruned tree looks as natural as possible; that is to say, the tree’s appearance reflects its fundamental form and character. The pruner must be sensitive to maintaining this structural integrity, in addition to knowing a bit about tree biology and proper pruning principles!

OSU Extension Catalog

The Wildlife Garden: Feed Wild Birds

It's easy to attract birds to your yard, and there are many different ways to do so. This publication describes types of food, when to feed, types of bird feeders, where to locate feeders, and when to feed. Information about protecting and cleaning your feeder is also included.

OSU Extension Catalog

Life on the Edge: Improving Riparian Function

This video explores the pivotal role riparian areas play in the health of our watersheds, how land uses impact this sensitive strip along water's edge, and the techniques used to improve and protect riparian function.

By Derek Godwin

OSU Extension Catalog

Beware of Boxwood Blight!

This concise publication gives useful information for homeowners, master gardeners, and professional landscapers about the boxwood blight disease: its symptoms, sanitation measures when it is discovered on a property, and preventive measures.

By Cassie Bouska, Jay Pscheidt

OSU Extension Catalog

2017 Pear Pest Management Guide for the Willamette Valley

Recommends pest management practices for pear.

By Ed Peachey, Jay Pscheidt, Nik Wiman