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Think spring vegetables start in spring? Think again.Many of Oregon's favorite cool-season crops — including spinach, ka...
08/30/2026

Think spring vegetables start in spring? Think again.

Many of Oregon's favorite cool-season crops — including spinach, kale, carrots, garlic and onions — should be planted in late summer or fall for an earlier, more productive spring harvest.

Oregon State University Extension Service explains which vegetables to plant now and how to help them thrive through the winter.

Read more, https://beav.es/YfR.

A summer of learning, contributing and making a difference across Oregon.Our 2026 OSU Extension interns spent the summer...
08/27/2026

A summer of learning, contributing and making a difference across Oregon.
Our 2026 OSU Extension interns spent the summer gaining hands-on experience, working alongside Extension professionals and supporting programs in communities across the state. Along the way, they brought fresh ideas, built new skills and made valuable contributions to our work.

We’re excited to celebrate this talented group and all they’ve accomplished this summer.

Meet our interns, explore their experiences and connect with them on LinkedIn.

Check out the OSU Extension Interns page, beav.es/YxR.

Your tomatoes are ripening at different times. Can you freeze them now and use them for home-canned salsa later?Freezing...
08/27/2026

Your tomatoes are ripening at different times. Can you freeze them now and use them for home-canned salsa later?

Freezing them for later might seem like the perfect solution, but thawed tomatoes lose moisture and can result in lower-quality home-canned salsa.

Instead, consider making a half or quarter batch with fresh tomatoes and processing it in a smaller stock pot that is deep enough to safely cover the jars with 1 to 2 inches of water.

Another option? Make your salsa and freeze it for later instead of canning it.

Get the full answer from Ask Extension, https://beav.es/Yx6.

How well do you know Oregon’s incredible creatures?At Gold Beach Rotary’s Party in the Park, kids and families put their...
08/26/2026

How well do you know Oregon’s incredible creatures?

At Gold Beach Rotary’s Party in the Park, kids and families put their wildlife knowledge to the test with an OSU Extension animal trivia game featuring 15 of Oregon’s Incredible Creatures.

The event welcomed a record-breaking 240 children, the largest turnout in its 20-year history, with young explorers using clues to identify animals found across Oregon.

Now you can keep exploring at home. Our Incredible Creatures website features more than 40 species and a new interactive map to help you discover the wildlife that calls Oregon home.

Explore the Incredible Creatures of Oregon, https://beav.es/xjn.

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Gardening is giving Oregon youths a place to learn, experiment and belong.Through 4-H Junior Master Gardener programs in...
08/24/2026

Gardening is giving Oregon youths a place to learn, experiment and belong.
Through 4-H Junior Master Gardener programs in Douglas and Marion counties, youths are getting hands-on experience with plants, science and nutrition. From tending a community garden to growing plants in classrooms, they’re building practical skills, confidence and curiosity along the way.

Read more, https://beav.es/YN5.

A well-designed garden should welcome everyone.Whether you're gardening from a wheelchair, dealing with limited mobility...
08/20/2026

A well-designed garden should welcome everyone.

Whether you're gardening from a wheelchair, dealing with limited mobility or simply looking for ways to make gardening easier as you age, thoughtful design can make outdoor spaces more comfortable, accessible and enjoyable.

Oregon State University Extension Service shares practical ideas for creating gardens that work for people of all ages and abilities.

Read more, https://beav.es/Ypf.

Want to make your yard more welcoming to Oregon’s native bees? Start with what you plant.Oregon is home to hundreds of n...
08/19/2026

Want to make your yard more welcoming to Oregon’s native bees? Start with what you plant.

Oregon is home to hundreds of native bee species, and flowering shrubs and trees can provide important food, shelter and nesting resources.

OSU Extension’s guide features 29 plants native to Oregon, including willows, currants, Oregon grape, snowberry and native roses, with information to help you choose what works for your landscape.

Explore the guide, https://beav.es/YpG.

Japanese beetles can feed on more than 300 plant species, damaging everything from roses and grapes to fruit trees, vege...
08/19/2026

Japanese beetles can feed on more than 300 plant species, damaging everything from roses and grapes to fruit trees, vegetables and turfgrass.

Oregon continues to work to keep this invasive pest from becoming widely established, and early detection matters. Learn how to identify Japanese beetles, recognize signs of damage and report a suspected sighting.

Explore OSU Extension’s newly revised guide, https://beav.es/YcA.

Battling Himalayan blackberry? You're not alone.Left unchecked, it can crowd out native vegetation, reduce wildlife habi...
08/17/2026

Battling Himalayan blackberry? You're not alone.
Left unchecked, it can crowd out native vegetation, reduce wildlife habitat and take over fields, forests and backyards.

Oregon State University Extension Service shares practical, research-based strategies to control Himalayan blackberry using a combination of cutting, digging, grazing and targeted herbicide treatments. Success takes persistence — but it can be done.

Read more, https://beav.es/Ycc.

OSU Extension horticulturist shares strategies for long-term control.

Every drop counts, especially during Oregon’s dry summer months.You don’t have to overhaul your entire yard to conserve ...
08/16/2026

Every drop counts, especially during Oregon’s dry summer months.

You don’t have to overhaul your entire yard to conserve water. Simple changes, such as watering wisely, improving soil, choosing the right plants and adjusting routine landscape maintenance, can help reduce water use while keeping your garden and landscape healthy.

OSU Extension has gathered research-based resources to help you take practical steps toward conserving water at home.

Explore the collection, https://beav.es/YqW.

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