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Advances in Dryland Farming in the Inland Pacific Northwest

Farmers make tough decisions all the time—it comes with the territory. When that territory includes the dryland region of the inland Pacific Northwest, decisions can be even more challenging. Fluctuating weather, ...

Rakesh Awale, Stephen Machado, Prakriti Bista, Don Wysocki, Silvia I. Rondon, Laurie Houston, Clark Seavert, Susan Capalbo, John Antle | Jul 2017 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Camelina: Effects of Planting Date and Method on Stand Establishment and Seed Yield

To help determine the agronomic potential of camelina as an oilseed crop, research was conducted to find the best planting date and method for optimum stand establishment and seed yield. Field experiments involved ...

William F. Schillinger, Don Wysocki, Thomas G. Chastain, Stephen Guy, Russ Karow | May 2014 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Pacific Northwest Watermelon Production East of the Cascades

Here are steps to successful commercial watermelon production in the Columbia Basin and other warm-climate regions of the Pacific Northwest. You’ll learn best practices for cultivar selection, site preparation, ...

Scott Lukas, Logan Clark, Kenneth Frost, Linda Brewer | Jun 2020 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Adzuki Bean: A Potential Rotational Crop for the Columbia Basin

Adzuki bean is an alternative high-value crop that growers can rotate with wheat, corn and soybean. Adzuki is a nutritious bean prized for a wide variety of uses in food and traditional medicine. Learn about the available varieties of adzuki and how to grow a healthy crop.

Shahram Torabian, Ruijun (Ray) Qin, Don Wysocki, Xi Liang | Sep 2021 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Edamame

Introduces the traditional Japanese vegetable edamame (also called "vegetable soybean" and "sweet bean"), and explains its history and use in Japan and China. Describes how to select an edamame variety based on ...

Carol A. Miles, Traci Reed, Jacky King, Justin O'Dea | Feb 2018 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Combatting Take-All of Winter Wheat in Western Oregon

Identifies factors that influence take-all and offers management practices to minimize yield losses.

Neil W. Christensen, John M. Hart | Jan 2021 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Irrigated Kentucky Bluegrass (Eastern Oregon) Nutrient Management Guide

Gives nutrient and lime recommendations for irrigated Kentucky bluegrass in eastern Oregon. Also includes sources of further information.

Richard P. Affeldt, Darrin Walenta, John M. Hart, Donald A. Horneck, Gary Kiemnec | Jul 2011 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Using Seed Moisture as a Harvest Management Tool

Taking an accurate measurement of seed moisture content is the most reliable indicator of seed maturity and harvest timing in grass seed crop on a farm.

Tom Silberstein, Mark E. Mellbye, Thomas G. Chastain, William C. Young III | Nov 2010 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

A Guide to Hedgerows: Plantings That Enhance Biodiversity, Sustainability and Functionality

Hedgerows are living fences with the ability to grow food, shelter wildlife, save water, manage weeds and look beautiful all year round. Study the many benefits of hedgerows, and learn what you need to know to plant your own living fence.

Pami Monnette, Jude Hobbs | Jun 2020 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)