Home gardeners love to grow tomatoes. But getting a tomato from seedling to fruit can be challenging, especially in Oregon where the weather isn't always cooperative. Here are five things that can ruin a home crop.
Late winter and early spring can be a perilous time for livestock. It's a time when even a full stomach won't stave off starvation. That's why livestock managers must pay close attention to the health of their animals.
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 ...
This series of leader guides is designed to help provide experiences related to forage quality for 4-H youth and their families. The individual sheets may be duplicated for distribution to members.
Harold W. Youngberg, Les Vough, Duane Johnson, La Rae Dennis Johnston, Richard Lawson |
Sep 1993 |
Extension Catalog publicationPeer reviewed (Orange level)
Drought conditions have drastically reduced hay yields in the last year or two. With dry conditions forecast to continue, livestock producers need to rethink strategies for conserving forage.
Poisonous plants in pastures and hay pose a hazard to livestock. Learn how to identify toxic plants and what steps you can take to prevent livestock from consuming them.
A collection of articles for growing vegetables in Central Oregon. Include general information, recommendations, soil temperatures, rhubarb, potatoes, cucumbers, beets, carrots, radishes, onions, tomatoes and tomatillos.
There are many causes of fetal loss in sheep and goats — infectious diseases, genetics, stress, weather anomalies and nutritional mishaps. Here's a look at the most common causes and how to prevent them.