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Is it warm enough to transplant my tomato starts?

Q: I've been waiting for temps consistently over 50. It seems we have reached that. Don't have a soil thermometer. Can I plant them outside now that we had those 80 degree days over the weekend?

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Vegetable Crop Resources for Small Farms

This collection provides useful information about vegetable production in both residential gardens and large scale farms.

Apr 2018 | Collection

Where is the best spot for my vegetable garden?

Q: I am wondering where in my backyard would be the best place for a vegetable garden. The yard is surrounded by a 6 foot cedar fence. I am about to install a 12x8 shed in my yard and it will go in the opposite corner of the garden. Any advice would be much appreciated.

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Watering tomato transplants?

Q: I read not to spray water on my tomatoes, only hydrate from the bottom. I've heard that spraying on a hot, sunny day can blister veggies. Today I replanted my starter plants; I'm aching to spray them with water because it is so hot today. Should I wait until dusk, spray all veggies but tomatoes?

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As climate changes, interest grows in OSU Extension Dry Farming Project

The OSU Dry Farming Project continues as the go-to resource for dry farming and model for participatory climate adaptation research as growers throughout the West continue to feel the impacts of drought and seek alternatives to unreliable summer irrigation.

Amy Garrett | Apr 2022 | Impact story

Tips for planting corn, beans and squash?

Q: I have a plot in a community garden in Portland, on a hill. Last year my corn didn't fully mature. I'd like to try planting the 3 sisters this year; corn, beans, and gourds. I would like planting advice.

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How do I handle my already blooming tomato starts?

Q: My Legend tomato plants already have blooms on them so do I need to get them planted outside soon or into bigger pots? When can I transplant them to outside containers in the garden here in the Willamette Valley?

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OSU Extension Seed to Supper offers resources for growing food on a budget

Growing their own vegetables and fruits is one-way people can combat food insecurity.

Amanda Woodlee, Cindy Brown | Apr 2024 | Impact story

Garden to Table reaches traditionally underserved Yamhill County residents

Ninety-percent of survey respondents believed the course made a positive impact on their choice of dietary lifestyle and health overall.

Heather Stoven | Apr 2024 | Impact story

OSU Calving School Handbook

This handbook focuses on the calving process, illustrating and explaining the mechanisms associated with this event, in addition to providing information and management options to alleviate the incidence of calving difficulties.

Charles Estill, Aurora Villarroel, Reinaldo Cooke | Oct 2018 | Publication Peer reviewed (Gray level)