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Check For Radon During January
The Oregon Health Authority urges people to test their homes for a deadly gas this month. It’s the second leading cause of lung cancer behind smoking, and it’s tasteless, odorless and invisible.
“Radon is something that comes from the ground, it’s from geology," noted Jara Popinga. "It’s a breakdown of uranium rock; ...
Oregon GOP Leadership Optimistic About New Session
Oregon’s 2023 Legislative session gets underway Monday with a new Governor, House Speaker and Senate President being sworn in. House Minority Leader Vikki Breese-Iverson, a Prineville Republican, is optimistic about the change.
“I thi...
Merkley: We Need To Protect Our Pollinators
In December, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service launched the Center for Pollinator Conservation, to address the decline of pollinator populations. Oregon Senator Jeff Merkley also recently secured funding for western Monarch Butterfly conservation.
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Despite Snowpack Oregon Remains Dry
According to the latest numbers from the U.S. Drought monitor, only 9% of Oregon is where it should be for soil moisture numbers for this time of year. And of that 91% that’s dry, the driest conditions are found in the central part of the state, with a large portion of Crook County under a Exceptional Drought designation. While snowpac...
OSU Looking To Expand Robotics In Farming
Farmers will need to feed an estimated 9.8 billion people worldwide by 2050, and to help in that effort, Oregon State University researchers are trying to expand the use of robots in agriculture. Joe Davidson, Assistant Professor of Robotics, said nearly all fruit is harvested by humans because robots don’t operate efficiently in unstructured environments.
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Additional Details Released About Bear Found Shot In Tree
Oregon’s Department of Fish and Wildlife has released more details about two bears found shot to death in trees near Talent. The animals were discovered in late October. Investigators worked with Jackson County firefighters to remove a female bear after it was found with an arrow in its chest, around 40 feet up in the tree. One ...
OSU Study Looks At How Agribusinesses Are Rebounding From the Pandemic
A newly published report from Oregon State University shows producers are slowly recovering from the pandemic. OSU Professor of Applied Economics Jeff Reimer said the last, nearly three years, were tough for Oregon food and beverage exporters who rely on the ability to build relationships overseas.
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How Can You Save On Energy Costs When Temperatures Drop?
It looks like these cold temperatures aren’t going anywhere anytime soon, so it’s important to make sure your home and your operation are as energy efficient as possible. Tom Gaunt with Pacific Power said there are a few things you can do to keep your electric bill under control. He suggests caulkin...
Oregon Farmers Reminded To Participate In The 2022 Census of Ag
It’s time once again for the USDA’s Census of Agriculture. Oregon farmers and ranchers are being reminded to participate in this twice a decade national survey. Dave Losh with Oregon NASS says the state Department of Agriculture, USDA, lawmakers and many others use the data to push for or against programs that impact the sector.
“I think Oregon’s at 2...
BBB: Be On Your Toes While On-line Shopping This Holiday Season
With the holiday shopping season officially underway, the Better Business Bureau is warning you to watch out for deals too good to be true. It’s not just Santa who’s watching you this time of year. Scammers are doing their homework as well.
“They know where we’re...