Changing weather patterns show that drought will continue to be a challenge for farmers and ranchers on the central and north coast of Oregon and throughout the state. That's why a drought management plan is essential.
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.
Gray mold outbreaks on hemp caused the fungus Botrytis cinerea can spread easily and quickly kill plants. Here's how hemp growers can create conditions that will keep gray mold at bay.
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.
The corn earworm can cause serious damage to outdoor hemp grown for smokable flower and CBD production in Oregon. Here's what hemp growers need to know to identify, monitor and control the corn earworm.