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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...

Did you know the Oregon Department of Agriculture is responsible for overseeing the maintenance of agricultural drainage channels.  The Agricultural Drainage Channel Maintenance, better known as the ADCM Program, is a free way to maintain field drainage.  The Pro...

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.   “...

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...

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...

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...

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.    ...

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.   ...

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

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