Russian thistle thrives in the dry climate of eastern Oregon and Washington and if left unchecked develops an extensive root system that competes with wheat for water and nutrients.
Kym Pokorny |
Nov 2, 2021 |
News story
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Today, turfgrass is the single largest irrigated crop in the United States and covers three times the land area of any other cultivated crop. An estimated 40.5 million acres of grasses are planted in residential, commercial and...
Richard Smiley |
Jan 2018 |
Article
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In the winter, many gardeners' heads are filled with visions of flourishing plants and bountiful harvests. Making those visions into reality starts with seeds. Here's what to consider when deciding on seeds to buy.
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 publicationPeer reviewed (Orange level)
Excessive summer irrigation of oak and madrone trees may promote fungal diseases such as the oak root fungus (aka armillaria root disease) and crown rot.
A brief guide for anyone living near a vineyard to understand the damaging effects that common herbicides can have on grapevines. With the Oregon grape industry growing rapidly near urban boundaries throughout the ...
Selecting roses for landscape use may seem like an impossible task, but with a few key elements in mind, you can select a rose or a group of roses to complement your new or current landscape.