
Diana Rohlman is an associate professor and senior researcher in the Department of Environmental and Molecular Toxicology in the College of Agricultural Sciences, and affiliate faculty in the College of Health. She facilitates community-engaged...

“This research provides vital information for the wine industry,” said Elizabeth Tomasino, a professor of enology at Oregon State. “It demonstrates that with certain wine drinkers there is a potential market for these smoke-impacted wines.”

As the founding college of Oregon State University, we are committed to advancing the goals of OSU’s new strategic plan, Prosperity Widely Shared. This includes focusing on big discoveries that drive big solutions, helping every student...
John Selker is a distinguished professor of hydrology in OSU’s College of Agricultural Sciences, where he has been researching water and soil dynamics since 1991. During his time at OSU, he has used his sabbaticals to explore soil conditions...

Spotted wing drosophila (SWD) is a significant pest in Oregon, particularly affecting small and stone fruit crops like cherries, blueberries and raspberries. SWD continues to be a challenge for Oregon's fruit industry, but ongoing research and...

The cattle industry is a significant part of Oregon's economy, contributing over $900 million annually. It consistently ranks first or second among the state’s most-valued agricultural commodities, providing numerous employment opportunities...

Initially, hops were added as a preservative, not a flavouring. "It was discovered during medieval ages that hops added an antimicrobial benefit to the beer, preventing the beer from spoiling in a manner that would make it sour – so it added...

Hay and forage producers in Central Oregon, Oregon’s top hay-producing region, face significant challenges, including limited irrigation water supply, increasing fertilizer and input costs and changing insect pest dynamics. Overcoming these...

OSU undergrad Jayshaun Talbert was collecting evidence for his research on birds flying to their death into windows when he got a call last spring. Friends eating at a campus dining hall witnessed a Cooper’s hawk, confused that it had a clear...

Jeb Fields and Lloyd Nackley presented their research findings and updates from a collaboration on evaluating various methods to manage substrate (or root zone) temperatures across the country.

Using a monitoring gadget akin to a FitBit, paired with a camera, researchers gathered data that gave them a rare chance to understand how collisions with vessels affect massive sea creatures. These accidents are becoming a bigger issue...

OSU, in partnership with the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Agricultural Research Service (USDA-ARS), has been conducting innovative research on virtual fencing, particularly in the context of managing cattle grazing to create wildfire fuel...

Researchers from Oregon State University and Washington State University are studying the use of ultraviolet light on fruit packing lines.

The Grow This! Oregon Garden Challenge, Oregon State University Extension’s statewide seed giveaway, has returned for a sixth year in 2025 featuring a continued partnership with the Oregon Bee Project and Territorial Seed Company as a new seed...

Oregon State University Extension is hosting a gathering this weekend for farmers who share something in common: They’re all military veterans. Teagan Moran, a program director with OSU Extension’s Small Farms Program, told KLCC that farming is...

“A land grant university is bringing together people with diverse backgrounds and skills to help the people within Oregon. And that is essentially the entire mission of land grant universities,” said OSU Director of Seed Services and...

The 12th annual Organic Seed Growers Conference is scheduled for Feb. 26 to March 1 at Oregon State University in Corvallis, Ore.

Oregon State University is ranked No. 7 in the nation by U.S. News and World Report for Best Online Bachelor’s Programs. This is the 11th consecutive year OSU has been ranked one of the nation’s 10 best online education providers — an...

As an agronomist with the Oregon State University Extension Service, Gordon Jones gets many questions on a variety of topics, including field crops, soil, weeds and irrigation. When Jones, who is based in Central Oregon, has a question about...

Continuing education is crucial for agricultural producers to stay updated on research advancements, adopt improved practices and earn pesticide recertification credits. However, there was a gap in providing locally relevant, sustainable and...

Oregon's potato industry is a significant part of the state's agriculture, with over 43,000 acres dedicated to potato farming. The state's favorable climate, fertile soils and well-established agricultural infrastructure contribute to its high...

The Walla Walla Valley experiences the most extreme climatic conditions among Oregon’s wine regions. While production systems have adapted, the shifting climate is producing more unpredictable and extreme conditions. Additionally, global...

Approximately 740,000 acres of winter wheat and other wheat varieties are planted in Oregon, making it one of the top crops in the state. The direct value of the wheat harvest in Oregon in 2022 was approximately $431 million, ranking sixth in...

Invasive grasses, or "fine fuels," contribute significantly to wildfires and threaten the unique biodiversity of the Northern Great Basin, where Malheur County is located. These grasses out-compete native plants and increase wildfire risks,...

Interest in growing olives, a high-value specialty crop, is increasing in Oregon. However, research-based information about cultivar selection and other production practices for growing olives in the state is lacking. The primary challenges are...

A study is pointing to the issue of microplastics contamination in the food chain. Specifically, according to a study recently published in Frontiers in Toxicology, microplastics are widely present in commonly eaten Oregon seafood.

As climate change transforms the weather in Western Oregon, more and more nursery owners, landscapers and home gardeners are looking for plants that are fully drought-tolerant and cold-hardy. Development of genuinely low-input landscapes will...

The 23rd edition of the Oregon State University Small Farms Conference is set for Feb. 15 on the Corvallis campus. The conference includes 34 different sessions and early registrants can ensure they are able to sign up for the presentations...

Since its inception in 2019, Oregon State University’s Global Hemp Innovation Center has prioritized building strong relationships with rural businesses including Native American tribal partners throughout the region.