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AgBiz Logic helps reduce risk in long-term farm planning

Farmers weigh many factors in conducting business: weather, pests, diseases, markets, labor issues and financing. AgBiz Logic, a free online tool, allows farmers to analyze and manage risks before making a decision.

Clark Seavert | Oct 2022 | Article

Onion cost of production in Eastern Oregon and Idaho

These enterprise budget resources cover the costs associated with producing onions in the Treasure Valley. The PDF document covers how costs were estimated and the Excel workbook allows you to adjust costs to better match your operation. 

Christy Tanner, Stuart Reitz | Sep 2022 | Collection

Stakeholder Perceptions of Microplastics Management in Oregon

This thesis conducted interviews with Oregon stakeholders interested in microplastic pollution and evaluated baseline attitudes towards its management.

Aug 2022 | OSU Sea Grant Publication Peer reviewed (Gray level)

Frequently Asked Questions About Using Custom-exempt Slaughter and Processing Facilities in Oregon for Beef, Pork, Lamb and Goat

Oregon livestock producers selling retail cuts of meat by the package to consumers are required to have livestock slaughtered and processed at a USDA-inspected facility. However, some producers choose to sell live animals. The ...

Rebecca Thistlethwaite | Jul 2022 | OSU Extension Catalog Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Fostering Stewardship: A How-to Guide for Trainers

This curriculum package helps natural-resource professionals train landowners on best practices in resource management. Topics include forests, fire, streams, wildlife, soil, pastures, water systems and economics — all issues facing landowners in many parts of the West.

Rachel Werling, Max Bennett | Jun 2022 | OSU Extension Catalog Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Networks foster support and learning as women in agriculture surge

Since 2007, growing out of the success of Willamette Women's Farm Network, two additional OSU Extension Women Farm Networks formed in the north Willamette Valley and in Southern Oregon.

Teagan Moran | Apr 2022 | Impact story

First Grant County Cybermill opens, providing high-speed internet

Grant County CyberMill is a nonprofit that provides physical spaces where residents can access broadband services, as well as a space for collaborating on education and entrepreneurial opportunities.

Didgette McCracken | Feb 2022 | Impact story

Ties to the Land: Succession Planning for Rural Landowners

Whether you own a farm, forest or rangeland, you care about your property and what happens to it. That's why you need a succession plan to help guide its transition to future owners. Ties to the Land helps you think ...

Tamara Cushing | Feb 2022 | OSU Extension Catalog Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Changing the culture of coastal, ocean, and marine sciences

This paper provides a summary of a few innovative initiatives being undertaken in academic and research to broaden participation and overcome systemic barriers to participation in geosciences.

Oct 2021 | OSU Sea Grant Publication Peer reviewed (Gray level)

Economics and Enterprise: Financial Considerations of Rural Life

People own land for many reasons, from farming as a hobby to ranching or timber production as a business. Whatever the reason, economics is always part of the picture. Learn about the financial aspects of property ownership, ...

Rachel Werling, Max Bennett | Jun 2021 | OSU Extension Catalog Peer reviewed (Orange level)