Francesca Lear

High school internships open doors to plant science at OSU Extension

NWREC program connects urban students with hands-on agricultural research.

Francesca Lear | Mar 20, 2025 | News story

New OSU Extension specialist supports north Willamette Valley field crops

Hana You brings research expertise and grower-focused approach.

Francesca Lear | Feb 18, 2025 | News story

Food Hero designs new resource for older adults

Adapted recipes and newsletters support nutrition and movement for older adults statewide.

Francesca Lear | Jan 21, 2025 | News story

OSU Extension collaborates with Oregon IPM Center to answer pest management questions

A long-standing partnership supports growers, Extension and homeowners.

Francesca Lear | Jan 9, 2025 | News story

Three generations of one family carry on Extension service in Lincoln County

Summer internship connects past, present and future of Oregon Sea Grant Extension

Francesca Lear | Nov 7, 2024 | News story

Extension outreach boosts Oregon’s Farm Direct Marketing law

Workshops explain 2023 changes that expand value-added food options.

Francesca Lear | Oct 22, 2024 | News story

Extension faculty honored for agriculture communications, outreach

Faculty were honored for dairy science, small farms, agritourism and outreach.

Francesca Lear | Oct 8, 2024 | News story

OSU Extension internships lead students from summer experience to full-time careers

Hands-on learning turns into lasting careers across Oregon communities.

Francesca Lear | Sep 26, 2024 | News story

Extension intern organizes ‘show’ clothes drive in Malheur County

Community donations make fair-ready clothing accessible for 4-H'ers.

Francesca Lear | Sep 10, 2024 | News story

OSU Extension research using drones takes flight to detect vole activity

Drone imagery helps researchers track rodent damage and improve grass seed crop management.

Francesca Lear | Sep 5, 2024 | News story

Gardening classes bring rural older adults together in Jackson County

Cultivating Companions is a partnership with the Jackson County Library District that uses plants as a means of building connection among local older adults.

Francesca Lear | Aug 15, 2024 | News story

New Master Gardener volunteer program takes root in Malheur County

Community partnerships help launch new volunteer program.

Francesca Lear | Jul 4, 2024 | News story

OSU Extension Outdoor School honored for statewide equity and access work

Program receives Western Region Award of Excellence for leadership.

Francesca Lear | Jun 25, 2024 | News story

OSU Extension shows how to design attractive, fire-resistant home landscapes

Publication helps homeowners create fire-wise landscapes without sacrificing curb appeal.

Francesca Lear | Jun 20, 2024 | News story

Oregon Sea Grant encourages clean boating as summer season begins

Free pumpout and restroom options help protect Oregon’s waterways.

Francesca Lear | Jun 11, 2024 | News story

OSU Extension Fire Program expands wildfire education and partnerships

Webinars, training and regional specialists strengthen Oregon’s fire preparedness.

Francesca Lear | Jun 4, 2024 | News story

Extension field day highlights use of canines to detect voles

Dogs and raptors help farmers manage damaging vole populations.

Francesca Lear | May 30, 2024 | News story

Hermiston 4-H’er earns NILE Merit Heifer award through years of dedication

Mickenzie Marks builds skills across livestock, leadership and service.

Francesca Lear | May 28, 2024 | News story

OSU Extension trainings provide safety net for stressed farmers and ranchers

QPR suicide-prevention training equips agricultural communities with tools to support one another.

Francesca Lear, Kym Pokorny | May 21, 2024 | News story

OSU Extension project strengthens biosecurity readiness for cattle producers

New three-state effort builds a rapid information network to prepare for foreign animal diseases.

Francesca Lear | May 9, 2024 | News story

Wildfire and water inspire new art exhibit influenced by Extension science

PLAYA residency brings artists and OSU fire specialists together for collaborative storytelling.

Francesca Lear | Apr 18, 2024 | News story

Youth agriculture conference highlights pathways to food and farm careers

OSU hosts national youth agriculture conference focused on equity and innovation.

Anaïs Alexander, Francesca Lear | Apr 16, 2024 | News story

OSU Extension earns national honors for wildfire and forestry education publications

Award-winning resources help Oregon families reduce wildfire risk and support resilient forests.

Francesca Lear | Apr 5, 2024 | News story

Hands-on science brings aquatic careers into focus

Portland students explore aquatic science careers at Oregon State’s Fryer Lab.

Francesca Lear | Mar 19, 2024 | News story