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OSU Extension partners with local communities to provide trusted expertise and science-based knowledge to address critical issues and help every Oregonian thrive. We are committed to creating positive change through programs and providing spaces where each person feels safe and welcome. Our research, programs, partnerships and volunteer opportunities are focused on: Healthy communities and economies Resilient and productive forests and natural ecosystems Sustainable agriculture, food systems, and gardening Thriving youth, individuals and families See what we do near you Credit: Alyson Yates (Cropped from original) What can we help you learn? Search Donate Ask Extension Events Locations Access our ongoing events We are active across the state delivering our workshops to you. Browse events online or in your county. May 14 Nowhere to Grow but Up: Gardening without Land 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PDT Online May 14 Fair Registration Office Hours for 4-H and FFA 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Eugene, OR May 15 Wildfire Home Protection Strategies - Culver 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Culver, OR May 15 Tomatoes III: Planting & Cultural Best Practices 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PDT Online Select your county Baker County Benton County Central Oregon Agricultural Research and Extension Center Clackamas County Clatsop County Columbia County Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs Coos County Crook County Curry County Deschutes County Douglas County Gilliam County Grant County Harney County Hood River County Jefferson County Josephine County Klamath County Lake County Lane County Lincoln County Linn County Malheur County Malheur County Extension satellite office Marion County Mid-Columbia Agricultural Research and Extension Center Morrow County Multnomah County North Willamette Research and Extension Center OSU Portland Center Oregon 4-H Center Polk County Sherman County Southern Oregon Research and Extension Center TEST County - F2S TEMPLATE Tillamook County Umatilla County Umatilla County - Hermiston Umatilla County – Milton-Freewater Union County Wallowa County Wasco County Washington County Wheeler County Yamhill County Find local events Have a question? Ask Extension! Ask Extension is a way for you to get answers from the Oregon State University Extension Service. We have experts in family and health, community development, food and agriculture, coastal issues, forestry, programs for young people, and gardening. Ask us a question Credit: Lynn Ketchum (Cropped from original) How do I buy fresh seafood from the fishing boats? Q: How do I find out when and how to buy fish and crabs from the boats as they come in? A: View answer | View all featured questions Featured resources Credit: stock.adobe.com (Cropped from original) Fire-resistant Plants for Home Landscapes: Join Extension for a free webinar and get the new guide this month! Subpage Credit: fizkes, Adobe Stock (Cropped from original) Our Future in Our Hands: Care for Your Mental Health Emily Jane Davis, Dusti Linnell, Kara Baylog, Oralia Mendez | Jun 2023 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level) Photo courtesy of John Fisher (Cropped from original) Bringing Learning to Life In the School Garden: Special Guest John Fisher Rick Sherman, Michelle Markesteyn, PhD, MSEL | Feb 2024 | Podcast episode Peer reviewed (Gray level) Browse all topics News and impact Credit: Alyson Yates (Cropped from original) Extension aims to reach 500 cattle producers on enhanced biosecurity and foreign disease mitigation The project aims to provide a basic overview and proactive activities and measures that people can take to mitigate production market and financial risks, and the process by which cattle producers can resume business Francesca Rossi | May 8, 2024 | News story Credit: Alyson Yates (Cropped from original) Extension 4-H partners with Portland high school to offer scientific experimentation though Rocket Club This is the 10th year that Oregon State University Extension Service Portland metro area 4-H has played a key role in David Douglas High School’s Rocket Club. Jonathan Kauffman | May 7, 2024 | News story Credit: Olivia Davis (Cropped from original) Culturally respectful food preservation program builds trust in Warm Springs In 2020, the OSU Extension traditional foods preservation program changed structure to prioritize Tribal leadership and community input by requiring a Tribal member to lead all traditional foods classes. Olivia Davis | Apr 2024 | Impact story See all stories Latest publications Credit: Brian, stock.adobe.com (Cropped from original) 2024 Pest Management Guide for Tree Fruits: Hood River, The Dalles, White Salmon, Rogue Valley, Umatilla County This guide provides tree fruit growers with the latest information on pesticides and herbicides for fruit trees. People who grow apples, pears and cherries can learn application rates and recommendations for each stage of tree growth. Ashley Thompson, Rick Hilton, Achala KC, Marcelo Moretti, Jay W. Pscheidt, Nik Wiman, Christopher Adams, Andony Melathopoulos, Cody Copp | May 2024 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level) Credit: Audrey Comerford, © Oregon State University (Cropped from original) Adding Agritourism to Your Farm in Oregon Agritourism can help improve your farm’s name recognition and expand your customer base. Learn what you need to know before you take the leap. Melissa Fery, Audrey Comerford | May 2024 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level) Credit: Washington State University (Cropped from original) Italian Ryegrass Management in Inland Pacific Northwest Dryland Cropping Systems Widespread herbicide resistance in Italian ryegrass makes integrated weed management strategies...