There will be a summit and open forum to gather input for the future of Oregon State University’s North Willamette Research and Extension Center (NWREC) from 4–8 p.m. Thursday, June 3 at Al Kader Shrine Center, 25100 S.W. Parkway Ave., Wilsonville. The agenda is called “Developing Our Plan Together,” and the agenda is here (PDF). […]
Extension services to cease in Lane County
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Oregon State University Extension Service of Lane County has announced that it is shutting down most of its programs by the end of this summer due to the failure of a funding measure in yesterday’s election. Faculty members presently stationed there will be reassigned elsewhere. The official press release: The defeat of Measure 20-158 leaves […]
OSU scores $5.8 million grant to research fruit fly
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Oregon State University tentatively has scored a $5.8 million grant to battle the spotted wing drosophila. As we reported last fall, this fruit fly has been attacking ripe fruit in the Pacific Northwest and causing widespread damage. Fruit and berry growers are the main victims, but nurseries growing fruit trees and shrubs also have reason […]
Handbooks deal with insects, diseases and weeds (oh my)
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Oregon State University has published three new handbooks, aimed at gardeners, which provide the latest ways of dealing with insect pests, weeds, and plant diseases. There are print editions that can be purchased from bookstores, from an online store, or by calling the OSU Extension and Experiment Station Communications at 800-561-6719. There are also online […]
Energy audit program available through OSU
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There’s no question about it. Any form of agriculture, including the production of nursery stock, requires energy. And, energy costs money. Some may see that as a burden, which it is, but here’s a chance to see it as an opportunity. This spring, Oregon State University Energy Efficiency Center is offering rural energy audits, thanks […]
Workshops offered on spotted-wing drosophila
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On March 4 and 5, North Willamette Research & Extension Center in Aurora, Ore., will host training sessions (PDF) on the spotted-wing drosophila (Drosophila suzukii), an
Robots in horticulture project has video, Web site
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Last week we told you about research into the use of robots in horticulture. Here’s a little more information about it. The consortium looking into this is called Comprehensive Automation for Specialty Crops (CASC), and has a Web site at www.cascrop.com. Here’s a video on the subject from Washington State University:
Fall Creek recognized as top family business
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The Austin Family Business Program, part of the College of Business at Oregon State University, serves family-owned companies through workshops, seminars and family business management courses. Every year, the program holds a prestigious awards dinner to recognize family businesses for their innovation, entrepreneurship, commitment and community involvement. This year, Fall Creek Farm & Nursery in […]
OSU releases new report on Drosophila suzukii
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Oregon State University has released its latest update (PDF) on the spotted-wing drosophila (Drosophila suzukii), a dangerous and rapidly-spreading pest that’s new to the United States. This fruit fly attacks fruit still living and growing on the branch, rather than just dropped fruit. Thus, it has the potential to create problems not just for fruit […]
NWREC would like your input
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Officials from the North Willamette Research and Extension Center and Oregon State University are developing a comprehensive, robust strategic plan for the future of the station that reflects the dynamic changes and trends in the agricultural community. Accordingly, they are in the process of conducting stakeholder meetings with members of the nursery industry. The first […]