The October issue of Digger is out and here’s what’s included:

• Magnolia’s many colors. A rainbow of flowering deciduous hybrids makes this tree a perennial favorite. By Tracy Ilene Miller.
• Taking care of our own. A new mental health crisis line offers help for those facing the unique stresses of agriculture. By Jon Bell.
• A slimy scourge. Researchers seek effective biological controls against invasive North American slugs. By Casey H. Richart, Dana K. Howe, Dee R. Denver and Rory J. McDonnell
• Protecting employees from heat. Tips and resources for employers to comply with Oregon’s new heat illness prevention rules. By Steve Shropshire
• Favorite plants of the summer. Four nonprofessional gardeners share their favorite plants that beat the heat. By Mike Darcy

Columns:

• President’s Message: Shared values are our guide. By Todd Nelson
• Director’s Desk: From little ones to leadership. By Jeff Stone

Download a PDF of the October 2023 issue.

Please send your comments on the issue to Editor Curt Kipp at CKipp@OAN.org.