This publication provides direction on estimating soil moisture by the "feel and appearance" method; taking a some soil and rolling it up in a ball then squeezing it between your thumb and forefinger to form a ribbon and noting how it appears and feels. Compare what you see with photographs and/or charts to estimate percent water available and the inches depleted below field capacity.
This report includes preliminary data for the second of a three-year study. Since this year was a record drought year, results could vary from a normal rainfall year. Finalized data and observations will be released in future as peer-reviewed studies, reports, and extension articles. For more information, please visit the RDFA project page. .
Presenter: Heather Medina Sauceda, Assistant Conservationist for Field Operations in Southwestern Oregon, USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service Interviewer: Monica, DIVE4Ag Teens as Teachers
Climate change and population growth can impact the availability of water in the Willamette River Basin. The Willamette Water 2100 project studies how the supply and demand for water will evolve.
William Jaeger, Andrew J. Plantinga, Christian Langpap, Dan Bigelow, Kathleen Moore, PhD |
Feb 2017 |
Extension Catalog publicationPeer reviewed (Orange level)
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 publicationPeer reviewed (Orange level)
Photo Credit: Bob - Adobe Stock (Cropped from original)
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
Photo provided by Susan Kerr. (Cropped from original)
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.
People who produce and sell eggs directly to consumers must follow specific labeling and handling requirements to qualify for the farm-direct licensing exemption. Learn about the requirements and best practices for providing high-quality eggs to your customers.
Sara Runkel, Heidi Noordijk, Melissa Fery, Rebecca Landis, Sarah Schwab |
Jun 2022 |
Extension Catalog publicationPeer reviewed (Orange level)