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Demystifying garden fertilizers

Consider the variety of fertilizers at any garden center: It’s apparent that fertilizer is not one size fits all. Understanding fertilizer basics helps gardeners avoid mistakes and get the most from their plants.

Nicole Sanchez | May 2020 | Article

The ABCs of NPK: A fertilizer guide

Nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium aren't just an alphabet soup of chemicals. They are essential plant nutrients that, when used correctly, help to grow a healthy garden. Learn what fertilizers to apply when in this handy guide.

Lisa Ehle | Jun 2018 | Article

Calculating Dairy Manure Nutrient Application Rates

This publication describes how to calibrate waste-handling equipment and calculate nutrient application rates. It covers calibration of typical equipment found on dairies, such as stationary guns, traveling guns, liquid ...

Troy Downing, Maydra Valencia | Apr 2019 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

An Integrated Pest Management Strategic Plan for Oregon and Washington Cranberries

This publication, produced by growers, commodity group representatives, processors, university specialists, and other technical experts from the cranberry industry in Oregon and Washington, outlines major pests, current ...

Katie Murray, Paul Jepson, Cassie Bouska, Kim Patten | Jul 2018 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Dairy Cattle Showmanship Guide

It's a pleasure to show a well‑trained dairy animal. Judges appreciate the chance to observe and handle well‑mannered dairy animals. They can't properly judge unruly animals that can't be controlled. Train your ...

Holyoke P. Adams, Duane Johnson, 4-H development committee for animal science projects | Nov 2006 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Oregon 4-H Dairy Advancement Program

The Dairy Advancement Program guide consists of a series of steps that allows 4-H members to set personal goals and learn at their own speed.

Holyoke P. Adams, Don A. Anderson, Duane Johnson, 4-H development committee for animal science projects | Nov 2005 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

How to Do Regular Maintenance on Air Blast Sprayers to Ensure Proper Care for Specialty Crops

Air blast sprayers are one of the most common sprayer types used in specialty crop production. These machines are designed for heavy use on farms, and like all machinery, require regular attention to function ...

Brent Warneke, Jay W. Pscheidt, Lloyd Nackley | Mar 2021 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Different varieties of strawberries require different care

To successfully grow strawberries in a home garden, understanding the needs of particular cultivars is possibly the biggest challenge for long-term fruit production. Not all strawberries are cared for the same way.

Nicole Sanchez | Aug 2020 | Article

Greenhouse tomato production in Oregon

Tomatoes are the most commonly produced greenhouse vegetable crop. Although greenhouse promoters claim each plant can produce 30 or more pounds of marketable fruit per year, that level of production is only possible with very ...

Apr 2002 | Article

Pacific NW native plants by plant community

Useful information about Western Hemlock-Douglas Fir Forest, Prairie, Scrub-Shrub Wetlands, and Mixed Deciduous Forest/Steep Dry Slope.

Jun 2014 | Article