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Megachilid Bees in the Pacific Northwest: An Introduction

This publication is an introduction to the Megachilidae family of bees found in the Pacific Northwest. It highlights the characteristics of two important members of this family: leafcutting bees and mason bees, both...

Samantha M. Roof, Sandy DeBano | Dec 2016 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Introduction to Conifer Release

Successful regeneration of forest stands often requires that crop trees be released from competing vegetation. This publication provides basic information on how to determine if release is necessary and methods for release.

Tristan Huff | Jul 2018 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

The Wildlife Garden: Create a Garden Pond for Wildlife

This publication describes how to build a simple pond to attract wildlife, and how to keep it safe and healthy for wildlife and for you.

Stephanie Lamb, Nancy Allen | Jan 2002 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Growing Your Own

About this publication Growing Your Own is now available as a bilingual publication in Spanish and English!  Growing Your Own is now available as a bilingual publication in Spanish and English! It provides basic ...

Gail Langellotto | Aug 2022 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Integrated Pest Management Strategic Plan for Pears in Oregon and Washington

To identify pest management priorities and increase the use of integrated pest management in pear production, Pacific Northwest growers, commodity-group representatives, pest control advisors, processors, university specialists...

Katie Murray, Paul Jepson, Chris Hedstrom | Feb 2021 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Trees and Shrubs for Fall and Winter Bloom

Fall and winter flowers add cheer in the Pacific Northwest's rainy season. Flowering shrubs are also a boost to pollinators, providing nectar and pollen when little is available. Learn what shrubs and trees to plant now to brighten your garden in the months to come.

Neil Bell, Heather Stoven, Andony Melathopoulos | Mar 2020 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Two-aged to Multi-aged Stand Management in the Coast Range

This Coast Range forest owner used shelterwood harvest and active management to convert a mature, even-aged stand to a multi-aged stand.

Amy Grotta | Mar 2023 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

The Wildlife Garden: Raccoon (Procyon Lotor)

This publication describes raccoons and their habits. Explains what type of habitat they need and how you can provide habitat in your yard. Includes sources of additional information and fun facts.

Tara Norris, Sarah Sells | Sep 2004 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

The Wildlife Garden: California Quail (Callipepla californicac)

This publication describes quail and their habits. It explains what type of habitat they need and how you can provide habitat in your yard. Includes sources of additional information and fun facts.

Zach Turnbull, Sarah Sells | Sep 2004 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)