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Calculating Compost Bulk Density

Instructions for measuring compost bulk density

Apr 2018 | Online resource

Blueberry Cultivars for the Pacific Northwest

Blueberry growers can choose from many different cultivars. Learn which grow best in the home garden, and which work well for commercial growers.

Chad Finn, Bernadine Strik, Patrick P. Moore | Feb 2014 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Water Systems: Taking Care of a Precious Resource

These best practices for wells, ponds and other water systems can help you secure a safe, reliable water supply and help to ensure that we protect our streams, lakes and groundwater. This is one of a series...

Rachel Werling, Stan Dean | Dec 2019 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

How to control Sclerotinia and Botrytis diseases in hemp

Hemp canker and gray mold management includes cultural control practices to improve air circulation and minimize leaf wetness. Proper plant spacing, plant pruning and irrigation timing help accomplish this. If Sclerotinia is detected,...

Cynthia M. Ocamb | Sep 2023 | Article

Composting with Worms

This publication provides step-by-step methods for successful worm composting at home. It includes a concise explanation of specific worm physiology, kinds of bins to use and how to set them up, what to feed the...

Sam Angima, Michael Noack, Sally Noack | Oct 2011 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Innovative harvesting system could be a game-changer for the blueberry industry

Called a soft catch system, the mechanism boasts a soft surface for catching the delicate berries in contrast to the hard polycarbonate surface of traditional over-the-row machines.

Kym Pokorny | Feb 17, 2021 | News story

Organic blueberry growers can compete successfully with commercial operations

10-year study shows trio of production methods for best results

Kym Pokorny | Dec 18, 2017 | News story

Backyard Composting

Gardeners have long made and used compost because of the way it improves garden soil. Today, home composting is a cornerstone of sustainable living. We transform yard debris and food scraps into a valuable soil amendment and close the recycling loop in our own backyard.

Dan M. Sullivan, Craig Crogger, Andy Bary | Apr 2017 | Online resource

Wilt diseases in hemp and their management in the Pacific Northwest

Hemp is susceptible to fungal pathogens that induce wilt disease that can kill plants. The fungi that cause the disease can survive for years and are easily spread. But there are steps growers can take to prevent it.

Cynthia M. Ocamb | Jul 2022 | Article

Calculating Dairy Manure Nutrient Application Rates

This publication describes how to calibrate waste-handling equipment and calculate nutrient application rates. It covers calibration of typical equipment found on dairies, such as stationary guns, traveling guns, liquid ...

Troy Downing, Maydra Valencia | Apr 2019 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)