Not every yard is suited for in-ground gardening. In rental situations or in areas with poor soil, garden space must sometimes be “created.” That's when raised beds and containers come into play.
Reseeding a pasture or hay ground requires more than just spreading seed on the ground. There's a sequence to the process, from testing the soil to addressing weeds, deciding on forages and considering livestock use.
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.
In parts of Oregon, pasture forage for grazing livestock is lacking early in the growing season. That forces livestock producers to rely on costly harvested forages for supplemental feed. There is another option. Research has ...
This is the fifth module for EM 9172, the Fire Science Core Curriculum. This curriculum is designed to teach the basics of fire to non-fire-professional community members, including instructors and landowners, such ...
Dan Leavell, Carrie Berger, Stephen Fitzgerald, Robert (Bob) Parker |
Sep 2017 |
Extension Catalog publicationPeer reviewed (Orange level)
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Retaining walls are popular features in commercial and home landscaping projects. They can be self-installed, making them very cost efficient. The following is a do-it-yourself guide to installing a retaining wall using a designed block system.
This publication is designed to help you achieve a successful forage seeding whether you’re a beginning or experienced forage producer. It’s divided into sections so you can focus on the information you need, whether this is basic species facts and seeding methods, or just a list of the latest recommended cultivars. It contains recommendations for seed mixes and seeding techniques on pasture and hayland based on soils, climate, and intended use of the area.