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Value of Oregon agriculture, food and fiber sector exceeds $42 billion, number of farms grow, report shows

More than 2,000 new farms were established in Oregon in recent years, and the total value of state’s agriculture, food and fiber sector exceeds $42 billion, according to a new economic analysis report by Oregon State University researchers.

Sep 29, 2021 | News story

Sea Grant Extension Shop at the Dock tours return to Oregon Coast

Participants are given behind-the-scenes guided tours of commercial fishing docks to learn about how seafood is caught and how to buy it directly from fishermen selling off their boats.

Chris Branam | Jul 27, 2021 | News story

Gardens address pandemic food insecurity in Warm Springs community

In 2020, 110 raised garden beds were built and delivered to youth and their families.

John Brunoe | May 2021 | Impact story

High Speed Hand Washing adult workplace/COVID-19 training guide

This training guide can be used by farmer, food production and packing plant managers and supervisors. Employees can get their hands washed quickly and thoroughly at the beginning of shifts or after breaks. Precautions for COVID-19 are included.

Glenda Hyde, Lauren Kraemer | May 2021 | Publication

Oregon Harvest for Schools Portal

A tool to help Oregon school food buyers source Oregon-grown food products.

Apr 2021 | Online resource

Grow an Extra Row donates 5,000 pounds of produce during pandemic

Realizing how the pandemic could seriously increase the numbers of individuals experiencing food insecurity, Clackamas Master Gardeners hurried to distribute vegetable starts.

Weston Miller | Mar 2021 | Impact story

Food Hubs in Oregon

This publication is a list of established and emerging Food Hub ventures in Oregon, with brief descriptions and contact info. Hubs included vary in their size, scope, and structure. All of them work to support producers, streamline operations, and play a crucial role in developing our state’s local food system to a scale that is competitive in mainstream markets.

Lauren Gwin, Kiara Kashuba | Mar 2021 | Publication

Dry Farming Project adapts with virtual programming during pandemic

The first Dry Farming Project virtual field tour series was held as harvest came in August and September and drew 137 participants from throughout Oregon, across the country and some internationally.

Amy Garrett | Mar 2021 | Impact story

Extension helps community come together to create food pantry

Oregon State University Extension Service quickly rallied to hold community meetings that led to a committee tasked with looking for options.

Anna Browne | Mar 2021 | Impact story

Farm To School and School Garden programs innovate during pandemic

Extension Farm to School and School Garden educators in Klamath and Lincoln counties came up with creative alternatives to face-to-face experiences.

Chris Branam | Feb 10, 2021 | News story