Upcoming Events

[Tue, Jan 14, 2025 12:00 am - 11:59 pm]

Please register by January 4, 2025

OSU Extension and Lincoln Soil and Water Conservation District are partnering to hold a FREE educational series on rural land management for landowners new to managing small acreage farms or properties.

Classes will cover:

• Planning your Land & Pastures (January 14)
• Woodlands & Weed Management (January 21)
• Riparian Spaces & Watersheds (January 28)
• Rural Water Maintenance (February 4)
• Soils (February 11)

We ask that if you register for the series, you are able to attend the majority of the sessions.

Dinner will be provided at every event. Dietary restrictions can be noted on the registration form.

Please register by January 4, 2025

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[Tue, Jan 14, 2025 12:00 am - 11:59 pm]

A 5-part webinar series for landowners new to managing small-acreage farms or properties. The series will feature a broad overview of rural land management concepts including property planning, soil resources, water rights, septic management, pastures and grazing, weed management and small woodlands.

This program is held in collaboration with the Upper Willamette Soil & Water Conservation District and the Coast Fork Willamette Watershed Council's Working Lands Program.

Session schedule:

• January 14: From the Ground Up: Planning for your property & managing your soil
  Learn how to start making a plan for property management and easy tools to get started. Get an overview of soil basics and strategies for how to protect, manage, and improve soil resources.
• January 21 ...

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[Sat, Jan 25, 2025 9:00 am - 11:00 am]

Did you know there are possible contaminants in your well water that you cannot see, taste, or smell? Municipal water is regulated by the EPA so consumers can be quite confident that the quality of the water coming from their tap is sufficient. However, well water does not face such stringent regulations and contamination testing often only occurs when the well is first installed or in some locations when property ownership changes.

It is so important that well water users understand when and how to monitor their water quality and the associated benefits of doing so. Proper maintenance and monitoring of your septic systems ensures proper treatment of the effluent and a longer life of the system.

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[Sun, Jan 26, 2025 11:00 am - 1:00 pm]

Are you a Veteran who is farming or interested in Farming?

You are invited to the 3rd Annual Military Veteran Farmers Winter Gathering! Please join us as we celebrate all of you with delicious food and hot drinks. It is a potluck, so feel free to bring a dish to share if you can. All are welcome to eat.

It'll be a great opportunity to connect with other Veterans who are farming and share resources, as well as give feedback on workshops, events and meetups. There will be information on the recently updated Oregon Farm Direct Marketing Law: Producer-processed Value-added Products as well.

We look forward to seeing you there!

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[Wed, Jan 29, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm]

Buying and selecting livestock can feel intimidating, but we're here to help! Join our class designed to prepare you for making informed decisions when purchasing animals for your farm.

What You'll Learn:

• Evaluating Sellers: Learn what to look for in a reputable seller.
• Know What to Ask: Learn the right questions to ask to avoid red flags and to protect your other animals.
• Selecting Livestock: Understand how to identify healthy animals with good conformation that align with your operation's goals.

This class will equip you with the knowledge to confidently select the right animals for your farm. Don't be tricked into buying subpar livestocklearn what to watch out for and make the best choices for your operation.

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