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Kabocha and Buttercup Squash for Western Oregon Gardens

Kabocha and buttercup squash are gaining popularity for their outstanding culinary characteristics and small size. The squashes' intriguing history, production practices, flavor and uses may inspire more gardeners to grow and eat this exceptional vegetable.

Alice Formiga, Jennifer Wetzel, Shinji Kawai, Lane Selman, Alexandra Stone | Nov 2019 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Streams and Riparian Areas: Clean Water, Diverse Habitat

Streams and streambanks are vital but vulnerable wildlife habitat. Learn the steps you can take to improve vegetation and water quality on your riparian property. These recommendations can help protect birds, fish ...

Rachel Werling, Max Bennett | Dec 2019 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Living on the Land: Using Irrigation Water Legally

Learn how to legally use water that flows through, under, or by your property. Click the "view it now" button to download a PDF. Listen to the Living on the Land podcast series - ...

Ellen Hammond, Brian Tuck, Robert Wood, Shilah Olson, Susan Kerr | Jun 2017 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Use vigilance in controlling problems in the vegetable patch

Weeds are the hardest part of vegetable gardening, with bugs a close second.

Kym Pokorny | May 29, 2020 | News story

Nontimber Forest Products for Small Woodland Owners: Bigleaf Maple Syrup

This publication describes how to tap bigleaf maple trees for sap that can be boiled down to make maple syrup.

Carrie Berger, Tiffany Hopkins | Mar 2017 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Wildlife Habitat: Nurturing a Diverse Mix of Flora and Fauna

Property owners can play key roles in wildlife habitat. Learn how to manage your land to promote a diverse native habitat and support ecological systems. One of a series of Land Steward Rural Resource Guidelines.

Rachel Werling, Cat Kizer | Jul 2020 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Good Field Practices for Agricultural Workers

The Pacific Northwest is known for its high-quality produce. To preserve this reputation, all people involved in farm activities should be thoroughly trained in practices that promote health and hygiene. Farmworkers, ...

Luisa Santamaria, Maria Marlin | Oct 2022 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Why do I need water rights for irrigation?

Many landowners don't know that they need a legal water right to use surface water and groundwater for irrigation. Oregon’s water resources are publicly owned, and in great demand. Even though the water runs through your ...

Melissa Fery | Apr 2018 | Article

Woodland owners learn how to fight climate change with trees

Forest owners in Lane County can potentially use their properties to help mitigate the problems caused by an excess of carbon in the atmosphere.

Janet Donnelly | Jan 3, 2020 | News story

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)