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Spring 2023 Issue of The Source
As the 2022-2023 academic year nears its end, this edition of The Source covers the latest news from the College of AgSci. New leadership...
Bringing Oregon Hops to Japan
When Lindsey Rubottom set out on a trade mission to Japan to share the benefits of Oregon hops with the growing Japanese brewing industry, she...
5 tips for growing potent peppers
Ezequiel Lopez-Reyes, Oregon State University Extension Service Open Campus and Juntos student success coordinator, has been growing his home...
How worsening marine heatwaves are disturbing NZ’s largest animal
“For blue whales, like many marine organisms, sound is critically important,” said the study’s lead author, Dr Dawn Barlow of Oregon State...
Dr. Carlos Bonilla named director of Hermiston Agricultural Research and Extension Center
With a Ph.D. in Soil Science from the University of Wisconsin–Madison, Bonilla joins Oregon State from the Universidad Católica de Chile in Santiago where he most recently held the position of Professor in the Department of Hydraulic and Environmental Engineering. A well-regarded researcher and educator, with numerous awards and accolades from both the institutions he’s served and leading professional organizations, including the American Society of Agronomy, Bonilla is eager to join Oregon State’s land-grant system to serve the greater agricultural community.
Dr. David Stone named the Associate Dean of International Programs
Following a competitive internal search, the College of Agricultural Sciences has named Dr. David Stone as its first-ever Associate Dean of International Programs. A long-term faculty member in the College, Dave most recently served as the Director of the Food Innovation Center (FIC). In his time there, he led the growth of FIC’s agricultural product and processing development, sensory and consumer testing, food safety program, and agricultural marketing development, with increasing emphasis on international engagement.
Rachel Jones named as the new Student Engagement Coordinator
Dr. Rachel Jones will join the CAS Academic Programs Office as the Student Engagement Coordinator on September 19, 2022. Rachel has been a tireless advocate for student success, being especially interested in increasing the participation and visibility of underrepresented groups in academia. Rachel fits perfectly in the Academic Programs Office and shares our passion for promoting student retention, academic excellence, and professional success.
Lydia Graber named the Greenhouse Operations Manager
Lydia Graber has been named as the Greenhouse Operations Manager starting September 1, 2022. With her appointment as Manager, Lydia can now say she has held every employment position within Greenhouse Operations, a great advantage for CAS and her unit. Lydia received her Bachelor of Science in Horticulture from OSU in 2016 and even lived within the Greenhouse Operations facility in the resident apartments.
Annual Report
For more than 150 years, we have stood at the crossroads of conservation and production, innovating new ways to advance the future of agriculture and natural resources.
We partner with industries and communities each day to help the economy and all people thrive.
While 2021 continued to present challenges, it also revealed new opportunities.
Now more than ever, we are committed to our tireless pursuit to make tomorrow better.
Awards and Accolades
Celebrating the Legacy of Outstanding Alumni & Friends
The College of Agricultural Sciences celebrates the legacy of our most outstanding alumni and friends. Individuals who have been consummate ambassadors for the College and for Oregon State University. These are people who have had a meaningful impact on Oregon and its agriculture, food and environmental landscapes
faculty + staff awards promotion + tenure recipients student awards alumni + friends awards
2022 Distinguished Alumni Luminary Award
Michelle Armstrong, Wilbur-Ellis
2022 Distinguished Leader Award
Carl and Kim Casale, Casale Ag, LLC
2022 Distinguished Legacy Award
Mohammed Koohmaraie, IEH Laboratories, Meat Division
2022 Hall of Fame Award
David Gremmels, Rogue Creamery
2022 Hall of Fame Award
Verl Holden, Nurseryman and Grower