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Legislation Aims To Protect Monarch Butterflies
Legislation Aims To Protect Monarch Butterflies
Legislation Aims To Protect Monarch Butterflies
National Pollinator Week wrapped up Sunday, but before it did a pair of West Coast lawmakers introduced legislation aimed at saving one of the most iconic pollinators in the United States.  Oregon Senator Jeff Merkley and California Representative Jimmy Panetta teamed up Friday to introduce the Monarch Action, Recovery, and Conservation of Habitat Act, better known as the MONARCH Act.  The Dem...
Practice Good Hygiene, ODA Vet Stresses
Practice Good Hygiene, ODA Vet Stresses
Practice Good Hygiene, ODA Vet Stresses
The Multnomah County fair kicks off county fair season in Oregon this weekend, and it brings renewed warnings from the Oregon Department of Agriculture.  State Veterinarian Dr. Ryan Scholz encourages people to visit livestock exhibits and interact with animals at the fair.   “...
Portland Workshop Geared To Improve Overseas Sales
Portland Workshop Geared To Improve Overseas Sales
Portland Workshop Geared To Improve Overseas Sales
The Oregon Department of Agriculture and Western U.S. Agricultural Trade Association will hold a seminar this month focused on improving global reach.  WUSATA and ODA say their May 20th session is geared for both experienced exporters and those just starting out alike.   Gr...
Interested In Fighting Weeds? ODA Would Like To Hear From You
Interested In Fighting Weeds? ODA Would Like To Hear From You
Interested In Fighting Weeds? ODA Would Like To Hear From You
Do you have an interest in natural resource protection and looking for way to get more involved in noxious weed control in Oregon?  The Oregon State Weed Board, Eastern Oregon At Large Board Position term is ending.  This currently held position is eligible for re-appointment.   The O...
Deadline For Ag Trade Mission To South Korea May 31st
Deadline For Ag Trade Mission To South Korea May 31st
Deadline For Ag Trade Mission To South Korea May 31st
The Oregon Department of Agriculture is encouraging businesses connected to farm and food products to register for a trade mission to South Korea coming up in November.  The mission, scheduled for November 9th-13th, will include a visit to Seoul, the largest city in South Korea, for business-to-business meetings with potential importers, processors, and distributors.  In addi...
RHDV Reported in Western Oregon
RHDV Reported in Western Oregon
RHDV Reported in Western Oregon
A deadly virus has been found in domestic rabbits in Oregon's Douglas County.  State Department of Agriculture officials said Wednesday Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease has been confirmed following testing.  A veterinarian suspected RHDV and reported the incident to ODA.    ...
Wolf Population Growing In Oregon, Expanding West
Wolf Population Growing In Oregon, Expanding West
Wolf Population Growing In Oregon, Expanding West
According to the Oregon Wolf Conservation and Management report released Friday, at least 204 wolves called Oregon home at the end of 2024.  Not only did the wolf population increase from the 178 reported a year earlier, but seven breeding pairs were documented in the West Zone, west of Highway 97-20-395.   ...
ODA: Biosecurity Protects You and Your Birds
ODA: Biosecurity Protects You and Your Birds
ODA: Biosecurity Protects You and Your Birds
Many poultry owners across Oregon consider birds part of the family.  The state Department of Agriculture is stressing the health and well-being of those chickens, ducks or geese are just as important as any other pets.   ODA said raising poultry can bring joy and companionship, so it’s important to remember that biosecurity helps protect your flock from harmful diseases.  ODA added some of ... Re
ODA Hosting Outbound Trade Mission To Japan
ODA Hosting Outbound Trade Mission To Japan
ODA Hosting Outbound Trade Mission To Japan
The Oregon Department of Agriculture will host an Outbound Trade Mission to Japan this July.  During the trip, participant swill visit Japan’s two largest metro areas, Tokyo and Osaka, to meet with buyers.  With a population of over 123 million and one of the world's largest economies, Japan is one of the largest export markets for Oregon food and agricultural products.  In addition to the two pri

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