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Managing Nitrogen for Yield and Protein in Hard Wheat

The successful production of hard wheat with acceptable protein is based, in part, on an effective nitrogen (N) management plan. This fact sheet discusses the principles of managing N for hard wheat production and...

Michael D. Flowers, Larry Lutcher, Mary Corp, Bradford D. Brown | Jan 2007 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Nitrogen fertilizer: Where does it go?

Most Christmas tree growers fertilize with nitrogen (N) intending to improve tree color, growth, and ultimately value. Where does the fertilizer go after application? How much is actually taken up by the trees, stored in the ...

Chal Landgren, Michael Bondi, Steve Webster, Rick Fletcher | Jul 1994 | Article

Organic Farming Systems and Nutrient Management: Overview

Washington State University's program of Organic Farming Systems and Nutrient Management goal is to build soil productivity, support local agriculture, protect water quality, and facilitate recycling of organic wastes, by applying soil science principles to agricultural, development, and waste management issues.

Apr 2018 | Online resource

Wild Edibles: Stinging Nettle

Stinging nettle is a delicious and nutritious food. It’s also a plant that can sting and cause welts. With these tips, you can learn how to safely gather, prepare and preserve this wild edible.

Danita Macy, Glenda Hyde, Jennie Brixey, Olivia Davis | Nov 2022 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Creating wildlife habitat in your landscape

Want to be a good neighbor to local wildlife? Check out these tips from a conservation specialist to take your "naturescaping" game to the next level!

Rose Clarke, Jon Wagner | May 2019 | Article

Learning about native bees and forest ecosystems

Many of Oregon’s 800 species of native bees live in forests. Scientists, however, are just beginning to learn about their populations, their roles in forest ecosystems and how forests support them.

Amy Grotta | Feb 2019 | Article

Megachilid Bees in the Pacific Northwest: An Introduction

This publication is an introduction to the Megachilidae family of bees found in the Pacific Northwest. It highlights the characteristics of two important members of this family: leafcutting bees and mason bees, both...

Samantha M. Roof, Sandy DeBano | Dec 2016 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

How to Reduce Bee Poisoning from Pesticides

An overview of how a variety of wild and managed bees and their pollination activities are affected by pesticide application. Provides guidelines for how beekeepers, growers, and pesticide applicators can work ...

Louisa Hooven, Ramesh Sagili, Erik Johansen | Mar 2016 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Volunteer's discovery adds to knowledge of rare Oregon bee species

The small stonecrop mason bee (Hoplitis emarginata) had never been found in Oregon until 2019 when it was discovered by Master Melittologist Judi Maxwell in the Siskiyou Mountains in southern Oregon. Only one person had seen it...

Lincoln Best, Andony Melathopoulos | Nov 2021 | Article