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Nutrient Management for Sustainable Vegetable Cropping Systems in Western Oregon

This publication reflects over 30 years of vegetable production research conducted in the Willamette Valley. It is divided into three main sections: sustainable soil health; soil testing and nutrient management; and ...

Dan M. Sullivan, Ed Peachey, Aaron Heinrich, Linda Brewer | Mar 2023 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Nitrogen-fixing trees “eat” rocks, play pivotal role in forest health

By tapping nutrients from bedrock, red alder trees play a key role in healthy forest ecosystems.

Chris Branam | Feb 25, 2019 | News story

Common misconceptions and key points about dry farming

Learn about soil moisture and cultivation needed when dry farming. In facing challenges of increasing weather variability and a changing climate, one experienced dry farmer shares how he has grown squash, beans, tomatoes and corn without irrigation for decades.

Amy Garrett | Jul 2014 | Article Peer reviewed (Gray level)

Nutrient Management for Field Corn Silage and Grain in the Inland Pacific Northwest

Adequate nutrition is essential if productive new corn hybrids are to realize their full yield potential. This publication provides fertilizer guidelines based on university research and a special section on manures as nutrient sources for corn.

Bradford D. Brown, John M. Hart, Donald A. Horneck, Amber Moore | Jun 2023 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Tall Fescue Grown for Seed: A Nutrient Management Guide for Western Oregon

This guide covers key nutrient management topics related to tall fescue grown for seed in western Oregon. Crop growth and timing of nutrient uptake is covered. Specific recommendations for nitrogen, phosphorous, ...

Nicole Anderson, Thomas G. Chastain, John M. Hart, William C. Young III, Neil W. Christensen | Mar 2023 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Compost for blueberry plants: Testing and tips

Compost is an acceptable amendment for blueberry plants, but it's important to test it before you apply it. Pay attention to pH and nutrient levels, and watch out for weeds.

Dan M. Sullivan | May 2024 | Article Peer reviewed (Gray level)

The Phosphorus Dilemma

Explains water-quality issues related to excess phosphorus in surface waters. Provides specific ways for homeowners, commercial property managers, irrigated row crop growers, dryland farmers, ranchers, and confined animal ...

Chelsey L. Iida, Clinton Shock | Jul 2021 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Estimating Plant-Available Nitrogen Release from Cover Crops

This publication assists western Oregon farmers and agricultural professionals in determining the nitrogen fertilizer replacement value of winter cover crops. Includes information on plant-available nitrogen (PAN) basics; a ...

Dan M. Sullivan, Nick Andrews, Linda Brewer | Aug 2020 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Living on the Land: Managing Manure

This publication is part of the Living on the Land series. It provides concise information on the basics of livestock manure management, including handling, storage, composting, use, and ways to reduce negative ...

Ellen Hammond, Brian Tuck, Shilah Olson, Susan Kerr | Mar 2023 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Sampling Dairy Manure and Compost for Nutrient Analysis

This guide describes how to obtain a representative sample of stockpiled dairy manure or dairy compost, select a reliable manure or compost testing laboratory, determine which lab analyses are needed (including total...

Amber Moore, Mario de Haro-Marti, Lide Chen | Jun 2023 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)