Dams on the Snake and Columbia rivers are of vital importance to irrigated agriculture, so finding an alternative to dam removal in order to save native salmon runs would fit both needs.

A new study by researchers at Oregon State University is working on ways to turn the waste from apples and other fruits into environmentally friendly packaging materials to replace plastic.

A new study by researchers at Oregon State University is working on ways to turn the waste from apples and other fruits into environmentally friendly packaging materials to replace plastic.

Researchers at Oregon State University’s College of Engineering are putting the power of artificial intelligence to good use in helping protect bees from pesticides.

Researchers at Oregon State University’s College of Engineering are putting the power of artificial intelligence to good use in helping protect bees from pesticides.

The Pear Bureau’s International Marketing Director, Jeff Correa has been named Manager of the Fresh Pear Committee.

The Pear Bureau’s International Marketing Director, Jeff Correa has been named Manager of the Fresh Pear Committee.

Whether it’s from the USDA or Congress, it seems we’re hearing of more plans or legislation to make positive improvements in the sustainability of agriculture and climate smart changes.

Whether it’s from the USDA or Congress, it seems we’re hearing of more plans or legislation to make positive improvements in the sustainability of agriculture and climate smart changes.

Pest management is not just a problem for commercial growers. Many untended orchards and backyard fruit trees that don’t get the care they need are a major breeding ground for pests like apple maggots and the coddling moth.