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Wheat Head Armyworm True or False: A Tale from the Pacific Northwest

Armyworm caterpillars can be a troublesome pest in cereal grains grown in the Pacific Northwest states. This publication presents information about the pest and its control.

Silvia I. Rondon, Mary Corp, Diana Roberts, Keith S. Pike, Peter J. Landolt, Dustin Keys | May 2011 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Using Whole Sugar Beets in Rations for Ruminant Livestock

Producers faced with an oversupply of sugar beets may consider using them as livestock feed. This practice could save livestock producers money while helping to meet the nutritional needs of their animals. Learn ...

Ian McGregor | Jun 2021 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Lawn maintenance calendar for Central Oregon

Properly timed maintenance is the key to having a nice lawn. Watering, mowing, fertilizing or dethatching at the wrong time yields poor results. Here's how to maintain a healthy lawn in Central Oregon.

Amy Jo Detweiler, Tom Cook, John Whisler, David Wienke | Jun 2002 | Article Peer reviewed (Gray level)

The Economic Impact of Onion Pests in the Treasure Valley

A look at pest data for onions grown in the Treasure Valley demonstrates the yield and economic impacts of specific pests and management practices. This data can help researchers, crop consultants and those ...

Katie Murray, Isaac Sandlin, Peter Ellsworth, Paul Jepson, Al Fournier, Hang-Kwang Luh, Stuart Reitz | Mar 2022 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Grass is king: Protect the crown

The largest agricultural commodity in Oregon is grass. We grow grass for lawns, turf, pastures, hay, straw, and seed for home use and export. Forages (grasses and legumes) are an important source of livestock feed, and because...

Shelby Filley | Aug 2012 | Article

Pasture Nutrient Management Resources for Small Farms

This collection of links and publications are compiled information about managing nutrient levels in your pasture. This includes soil testing and assessment, application of fertilizers and minerals, and nutrient cycling in a forage pasture.

May 2017 | Collection

Best time to aerate?

Q: When is the best time of year to aerate my yard? My yard is Kentucky bluegrass. I live in Eugene, Oregon.

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Fairy rings in my lawn?

Q: Several brown, dead rings have formed in my lawn this summer. They seem to coincide with a type of mushroom. Are the mushrooms causing this? Is there any treatment short of applying a fungicide that is effective? Will the lawn recover on its own?

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