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OSU Extension Hosting Four Calving Schools In April
OSU Extension Hosting Four Calving Schools In April
OSU Extension Hosting Four Calving Schools In April
Next month, Oregon State University Extension will offer four sessions of “Calving Schools” in Corvallis and Tillamook.  This will be the first time in a while the calving schools have been offered in the western part of the state.  OSU’s Jenifer Cruic...
OSU Enrollment Increased Year-Over-Year
OSU Enrollment Increased Year-Over-Year
OSU Enrollment Increased Year-Over-Year
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.   ..
Wine Minute: NW Small Fruits Conference
Wine Minute: NW Small Fruits Conference
Wine Minute: NW Small Fruits Conference
The Northwest Center for Small Fruits Research conference will take place in mid-November.  Melissa Hansen with the Washington state Wine Commission has a preview of this year's event.     If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-9791, or e-mail glenn.vaagen@townsqu...
Simonich Discusses Priorities For Future
Simonich Discusses Priorities For Future
Simonich Discusses Priorities For Future
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...
Jayathi Murthy Named New OSU President
Jayathi Murthy Named New OSU President
Jayathi Murthy Named New OSU President
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...
Ag Focused Art Set To Tour Oregon
Ag Focused Art Set To Tour Oregon
Ag Focused Art Set To Tour Oregon
An exhibit of Ag-related artwork will tour the state this summer, as part of Oregon State University’s annual “Art About Agriculture” program. The 60 pieces from 47 northwest artists include more than just paintings and photographs. "This year, w ...
Sams Leaving OSU
Sams Leaving OSU
Sams Leaving OSU
Oregon State University College of Agricultural Sciences is searching for a new dean, after Alan Sams announced he will leave Corvallis this month. After serving as the dean for three years, Sams announced to faculty and staff in February he was leaving OSU for Texas A&M University where he will serve as Vice President for operational innovation. S ...
ODA: Destructive, Invasive Insect Recently Reported
ODA: Destructive, Invasive Insect Recently Reported
ODA: Destructive, Invasive Insect Recently Reported
Oregon Department of Agriculture officials are nervous after a destructive invasive species was recently discovered. A dead spotted lanternfly, was recently discovered in a shipment of planters and ceramic pots from Pennsylvania. When the insect was discovered the Corvallis-based nursery immediately contacted state officials ...
Animal Right Group Files Complaint Against OSU
Animal Right Group Files Complaint Against OSU
Animal Right Group Files Complaint Against OSU
An Ohio-based animal rights group has filed a complaint against Oregon State University over seven animal deaths, including two cows at the university dairy.  The Corvallis Gazette-Times reports Stop Animal Exploitation Now! filed the complaint with the USDA late last month, claiming the Corvallis school violated the federal Animal Welfare Act in the deaths of two cows, four lambs and one ewe used