High concentrations of nonstructural carbohydrates in forages can cause health problems for some horses and other domesticated equines like ponies, donkeys, and mules. Learn about the role, levels and management options of NSC in forage plants for limiting NSC intake in horses.
Gordon B. Jones, Shayan Motazedi Ghajar, Scott Duggan, Melissa Fery |
Nov 2023 |
Extension Catalog publicationPeer reviewed (Orange level)
In this issue, we highlight 2023-OSU hemp production research; skills to minimize beet leafhopper and beet curly top virus problems in hemp; and consideration to minimize root rot and damping-off in hemp.
Mismanaged irrigation wastes water, prevents crops from reaching their optimal yields, encourages nutrient leaching and runoff and leads to a less-than-optimal cost-to-return ratio. Efficiently managing wheel lines benefits irrigators and other community water users.
Ian McGregor, María Isabel Zamora Re, Gordon B. Jones, Troy Peters |
May 2023 |
Extension Catalog publicationPeer reviewed (Orange level)
On-farm trials help growers test if promising experiment station research results can be replicated on their farms. However, these on-farm trials must be carefully planned to ensure the results are valid.
Christy Tanner, Gordon B. Jones, Betsy Verhoeven |
May 2023 |
Extension Catalog publicationPeer reviewed (Orange level)
OSU Extension hosted a Western Hemp Train-the-Trainer in March 2023. The event was created in support of the USDA NIFA Sustainable Agriculture Systems grant: Sustainably Incorporating Hemp Biobased Economy into Western U.S. Regional ...
In this keynote address, Dr. Gordon Jones, assistant professor of practice in agriculture, discusses the Oregon Hemp Growers Forum - a Virtual Extension program he created to provide hemp growers with education and resources. In ...
When the hemp harvest is around the corner, it's time for growers to consider preharvest testing to ensure the crop meets the requirements for THC. Learn about Oregon's latest rules for preharvest testing.
Drought has become a fact of life for farmers throughout the West. For hemp growers, careful planning for where, when and what to plant can result in a crop that will thrive despite dry conditions.
The fifth issue of the 2021 OSU Hemp Newsletter. In this issue, we highlight on-going OSU hemp research and extension activities from the past year. Be sure to follow the web links throughout the Newsletter for further information or to watch short videos about the projects.
Govinda Shrestha, Gordon B. Jones |
Dec 2021 |
Newsletter
The fourth issue of the 2021 OSU Hemp Newsletter. In this issue, we discuss corn earworm treatment options available to hemp growers; syrphids role on biological control of hemp aphids; and pre-harvest testing reminders.
Govinda Shrestha, Gordon B. Jones |
Sep 2021 |
Newsletter
The third issue of the 2021 OSU Hemp Newsletter. In this issue, we discuss corn earworm monitoring results from Southern Oregon and management strategies; steps to keep pollen out of CBD production fields; an overview of Botrytis hemp gray mold; a review of beet leafhopper concerns; and recent OSU news and updates on hemp.
Govinda Shrestha, Gordon B. Jones |
Aug 2021 |
Newsletter
The second issue of the 2021 OSU Hemp Newsletter. In this issue, we discuss corn earworm monitoring results from Southern Oregon; Pythium root and crown rot management; a pear grower field day visit to Horn Creek Hemp; and other updates.
Govinda Shrestha, Gordon B. Jones |
Aug 2021 |
Newsletter
The first issue of the 2021 OSU Hemp Newsletter. In this issue, we discuss how hemp producers can create corn earworm monitoring kits; reminders on careful watering of transplanted hemp; and provided recent OSU news and updates on hemp.
Govinda Shrestha, Gordon B. Jones |
Jul 2021 |
Newsletter
This publication summarizes the learner-centered education methods and community outcomes of three Extension partnerships. These projects increased the use of integrated pest management and pesticide risk reduction practices...
Mary Halbleib, Cassie Bouska, Gordon B. Jones, Darrin Walenta |
Jul 2021 |
Extension Catalog publicationPeer reviewed (Orange level)
Soil is a living ecosystem that includes minerals, air, water, habitat for creatures and the creatures themselves. Soil provides plants with nutrients, water, physical support and air for roots. Soil also houses ...
Gordon B. Jones, Scott Goode, Rhianna Simes |
Dec 2020 |
Extension Catalog publicationPeer reviewed (Orange level)
Whether you’re growing hay for market or providing forage for livestock, a healthy pasture maintains soil health, produces high yields, excludes weeds and has a positive impact on the environment. Proper management...
Industrial hemp was grown as a commodity crop for decades until it was banned in the mid-1930s. Congress decriminalized the crop in 2018, sparking interest in it among growers in Oregon, where hemp can be ...
Valtcho Jeliazkov, Jay Noller, Sam Angima, Silvia I. Rondon, Richard Roseberg, Gordon B. Jones, Sunny Summers |
Aug 2019 |
Extension Catalog publicationPeer reviewed (Orange level)
More than 2,000 new farms were established in Oregon in recent years, and the total value of state’s agriculture, food and fiber sector exceeds $42 billion, according to a new economic analysis report by Oregon State University researchers.
Sep 29, 2021 |
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