Through a combination of projects, Bailey Nurseries is caring for the water and fish and wildlife habitat in Salt Creek.
Nurseries fighting pests back with bio blend
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Biofungicides are becoming an effective arsenal for nurseries in the battle against plant disease
New technology allows nurseries to water more efficiently while saving energy
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With energy and labor costs at or near record highs, it has never been more important for nurseries to strive for efficiency.
Achieving better soil with less toil
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Growers using cover crops say they improve soil aeration and nutrients, resulting in better plants
Researchers at Oregon State University are testing pots made from recycled materials
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The industry needs sustainable solutions to reduce plastic waste and an alternative is the use of plantable biopots without separating biopots before planting, which favors microbial biodegradation.
Energy Trust rebates can help nurseries switch to LED lighting and lower power bills
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Nursery owners might still be in shock at their electricity bill since rate increases approved by the Oregon Public Utilities Commission took effect in January. But there’s still a way to quickly trim electricity consumption: update lighting.
Growers hope to get credit for sequestration value of plants they grow
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The nursery industry is comparably light on the environment, and many of its products are some of the most effective tools at sequestering carbon.
Green roofs are growing business for cities and the green industry
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Green roofs are not a new idea, but experts say they have powerful implications in an era of climate change.
Nurseries use new propagation systems with biodegradable liners
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Nurseries are testing new propagation systems using biodegradable pots and are designed to optimize production and improve plant development.
June 2022 — The Sustainability Issue
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This month’s Sustainability Issue covers a wide range of topics, including how nurseries can protect their water quality, what the options are for getting certified for production standards, how to manage pests and diseases using IPM, and what superfoods customers love. Oregon State researchers also share results of controlling nostoc on the nursery and Mike […]
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