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Forest thinning is improving the robustness of older trees and enhancing native biodiversity on federal lands in eastern Oregon, evidence that collaborative efforts to restore forests are working, research by Oregon State University shows.

New research from Oregon State University sheds light on consumer habits and food labels, specifically with cheese.   “Well, cheese is interesting and Oregon has a lot of great cheeses, with a lot of small producers," noted OSU Assistant Professor of Applied Economics Nadia Streletskaya.  "And for...

Oregon State University set an enrollment record this fall, as the population of Beavers increased 3.3% year-over-year. At 35,239 students, OSU remains the largest university in the state, marking nine years in a row at the top spot. The enrollment includes students learning at OSU locations in Corvallis, Bend, Portland, Newport, La Grande and through the university’s online E-campus program.   ..

A new study out of Oregon State University shows leaves in forest canopies may not be as resistant to climate change as once thought.  OSU Professor Christopher Still used thermal cameras mounted in forests around the country and in Panama.  His res...

Current and former college students are still figuring out exactly what the new White House student loan forgiveness program means for them.  Steve Clark, with Oregon State University, said the school applauds the Administration's plan, but acknowledges many find the move “unfair.”   “...

Oregon State University's Ashley Thompson talks about her research into mulch, and the benefits mulch offers for orchard owners.   Pacific Northwest Ag Network: Focus On Fruit for 09/01/22 on Apple Podcasts   If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail glenn.vaagen@to...

Oregon State University’s College of Agricultural Sciences dean has her eye to the future.  Dr. Staci Simonich became the first woman to lead the college earlier this year, after serving as acting dean for roughly a month.  She said one of her top priorities as the school comes out of COVID, is connecting with the stake holders statewide. “Not just m...

Last week, Oregon State University’s Board unanimously approved the appointment of its next President.  Dr. Jayathi Murthy said she’s excited for this opportunity. “I know I’m joining the right university at the right time. OSU embodies everything tha...

Oregon State University has a new leader for the College of Agricultural Sciences. Edward Feser, OSU Provost and Executive Vice President announced late last week that Dr. Staci Simonich has been selected as OSU’s dean as well as the Director of the Oregon Agricultural Experiment Station. Her ne ...

Oregon State University researchers have identified hemp compounds that show an ability to prevent the virus that causes COVID-19 from entering human cells. University researchers say a pair of cannabinoid acids bind to the COVID-19 spike protein, which stops the virus from infecting people ...