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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)

Managing Small-Acreage Horse Farms in Central and Eastern Oregon

This publication presents a system for managing horses, pastures, and manure that will make your farm safe, efficient, and environmentally friendly. It is intended for horse farms from 1 to 10 acres in the high dry regions of eastern and central Oregon.

Garry Stephenson, David Hannaway, Mylen Bohle, Linda Brewer, Ellen Hammond, Cory Parsons, Peter Schreder, Melissa Fery | Nov 2007 | 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)

Drip Irrigation: An Introduction

Discusses the advantages of drip irrigation and how it can help growers use water efficiently. Covers basic concepts related to components and design as well as management considerations such as placement of the ...

Clinton Shock, Teresa Welch | Jul 2021 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Forages - hay and pasture collection

This collection has information on soil testing and ferilizing, renovation. forage management , hay, irrigation, feeding values, forage types, forage anti-quality factors, leasing pastures and more.

Shelby Filley | Aug 2019 | Collection

Vigorous grass growth is the best weed control

Weed control is a constant challenge for ranchers and homeowners alike. The best way to control weeds is to create an environment conducive to healthy grass growth. Here's a detailed guide on how to do it.

Susan Kerr, Tim Miller | Oct 2017 | Article

Pasture renovation tips for western Oregon ranchers

Renovating and reseeding a pasture requires time, money and a little luck. There are many ways to go about it, but if you begin the planning process in the spring, you’ll thank yourself in the fall.

Melissa Fery | Dec 2009 | Article

Foxtail control in pastures and hayground

Foxtail is a problematic grass in pastures and hayground, and infestations need immediate attention. Small infestations of foxtail should be spot treated, while larger infestations require whole pasture renovation. This informational ...

Shelby Filley | Jul 2022 | Article Peer reviewed (Gray level)

Thoughtful use of water in the garden pays off

How can home gardeners use water in the most efficient way possible? Here's a look at the best ways to deliver water in the garden and keep it available to be absorbed by plants for as long as possible.

Nicole Sanchez | May 2020 | Article

Pasture management: Understanding plant and root growth in the fall

A healthy pasture is a vital resource for a livestock operation, and it requires year-round attention. One of the most critical periods is the fall when decisions dictate how much forage will be produced for the season.

Gene Pirelli, Steve Fransen | Mar 2018 | Article