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  • Evaluating honey bee colonies for pollination : a guide for commercial growers and beekeepers 
    Oregon State University. Extension Service; Sagili, Ramesh R.; Burgett, D. M.; Washington State University. Extension; University of Idaho. Extension; United State. Dept. of Agriculture; Pacific Northwest Cooperative Extension ([Corvallis, Or.] : Oregon State University, Extension Service ; [Pullman, Wash.] : Washington State University Extension ; [Moscow, Idaho] : University of Idaho Extension ; [Washington, D.C.] : U.S. Dept. of Agriculture, 2011-01)
    A guide for both commercial growers who rent honey bees for pollination and beekeepers who provide pollination services, including information on honey bee colony strength evaluation, average number of colonies needed fo ...
  • Fall and winter vegetable gardening in the Pacific Northwest 
    Oregon State University. Extension Service; Washington State University. Extension; University of Idaho. Extension; Patterson, Pat; Pacific Northwest Cooperative Extension ([Covallis, Or.] : Oregon State University Extension Service, 2001-06)
    With a little extra planning and care, you can enjoy fresh vegetables from your garden most of the year. Many cool-season crops produce well in the fall and, in mild-winter areas of the Pacific Northwest, hold through ...
  • Farmer-to-consumer marketing, 1 : an overview 
    Oregon State University. Extension Service; Washington State University. Extension; University of Idaho. Extension; United States. Dept. of Agriculture; Burt, Lawrence A.; Wolfley, Blair F.; Pacific Northwest Cooperative Extension ([Corvallis, Or.] : Oregon State University, Extension Service, 2009-06)
    With the renewed interest in direct marketing activity, more and more farmers are asking, Is direct farm‑to‑consumer marketing the answer? This question can best be answered after assessing: • Personal abilities and des ...
  • Farmer-to-consumer marketing, 2 : production and marketing costs 
    Oregon State University. Extension Service; Washington State University. Extension; University of Idaho. Extension; United States. Dept. of Agriculture; Burt, Lawrence A.; Wolfley, Blair F.; Pacific Northwest Cooperative Extension ([Corvallis, Or.] : Oregon State University, Extension Service, 2009-06)
    Strategies for managing production and marketing costs ensure greater profitability and stability, especially for direct marketers who decide to expand and diversify their operations. In developing these strategies, it ...
  • Farmer-to-consumer marketing, 3 : merchandising, pricing, and promotional strategies 
    Oregon State University. Extension Service; Washington State University. Extension; University of Idaho. Extension; United States. Dept. of Agriculture; Burt, Lawrence A.; Wolfley, Blair F.; Pacific Northwest Cooperative Extension ([Corvallis, Or.] : Oregon State University, Extension Service, 2009-06)
    A successful direct farm maketing business requires a knowledge and understanding of effective marketing and management practices. This publication discusses what services and choices to offer customers and how to price ...
  • Farmer-to-consumer marketing, 4 : place of business and product quality 
    Oregon State University. Extension Service; Washington State University. Extension; University of Idaho. Extension; United States. Dept. of Agriculture; Burt, Lawrence A.; Wolfley, Blair F.; Pacific Northwest Cooperative Extension ([Corvallis, Or.] : Oregon State University, Extension Service, 2009-06)
    electing a good location for a direct farm‑to‑consumer enterprise is of primary importance in direct marketing. Although roadside stands, U-pick operations, and farmers markets can and do operate in different locations ...
  • Farmer-to-consumer marketing, 5 : personnel management 
    Oregon State University. Extension Service; Washington State University. Extension; University of Idaho. Extension; United States. Dept. of Agriculture; Burt, Lawrence A.; Wolfley, Blair F.; Pacific Northwest Cooperative Extension ([Corvallis, Or.] : Oregon State University, Extension Service, 2009-06)
    Selecting the right people to meet and serve customers is an important decision in establishing and operating a direct farm market outlet. When selecting and training employees, remember that customers expect a cordial ...
  • Farmer-to-consumer marketing, 6 : financial management 
    Oregon State University. Extension Service; Washington State University. Extension; University of Idaho. Extension; United States. Dept. of Agriculture; Burt, Lawrence A.; Wolfley, Blair F.; Pacific Northwest Cooperative Extension ([Corvallis, Or.] : Oregon State University, Extension Service, 2009-06)
    Managing the financial affairs of a direct marketing operation includes: • Raising capital • Identifying financial objectives and creating plans to achieve them • Budgeting for the future flow of cash receipts and dis ...
  • Fertilizing with biosolids 
    Oregon State University. Extension Service; Washington State University. Extension; University of Idaho. Extension; Sullivan, Dan M. (Dan Matthew), 1954-; Cogger, Craig George, 1950-; Bary, Andy I.; Pacific Northwest Cooperative Extension ([Covallis, Or.] : Oregon State University Extension Service, 2007-06)
    Biosolids are a by-product of municipal wastewater treatment. They contain organic matter and nutrients that are beneficial for soil, crop, and livestock productivity. Raw sewage solids must be processed to meet U.S. Env ...
  • Field horsetail and related species, Equisetaceae 
    Oregon State University. Extension Service; Washington State University. Extension; University of Idaho. Extension; Burrill, L. C.; Parker, Robert, 1941-; Pacific Northwest Cooperative Extension ([Corvallis, Or.] : Oregon State University, Extension Service, 1994-07)
    The Horsetail (Equisetaceae) family comprises 30 species, all in the ancient genus Equisetum. During the Carboniferous age (more than 230 million years ago), the Horsetail family was the dominant plant group in the world ...
  • Fire-resistant plants for home landscapes : selecting plants that may reduce your risk from wildfire 
    Oregon State University. Extension Service; Washington State University. Extension; University of Idaho. Extension; Detweiler, Amy Jo; Fitzgerald, Stephen Arthur; Pacific Northwest Cooperative Extension ([Covallis, Or.] : Oregon State University Extension Service, 2006-08)
    In the Pacific Northwest, fires are a natural part of the changing landscape. As homeowners continue to build in the wildland-urban interface, they must take special precautions to protect their lives, homes, and property.
  • Foods of the Pacific Northwest : project 2 : leader guide 
    Oregon State University. Extension Service; Washington State University. Extension; University of Idaho. Extension; Hillers, Val; Hiller, Jan; Pacific Northwest Cooperative Extension ([Covallis, Or.] : Oregon State University Extension Service, 1988-12)
  • Four simple steps to pruning cherry trees on Gisela and other productive rootstocks 
    Oregon State University. Extension Service; Washington State University. Extension; University of Idaho. Extension; Long, L. E. (Lynn Edwards), 1953-; Pacific Northwest Cooperative Extension ([Covallis, Or.] : Oregon State University Extension Service, 2007-01)
    Tree vigor is important because more leaves mean more carbohydrate production and larger cherries. The production of high-quality cherries requires a gross canopy leaf area-to-fruit ratio of at least 200 cm2 of leaf area ...
  • Freezing convenience foods 
    Oregon State University. Extension Service; Washington State University. Extension; University of Idaho. Extension; Raab, Carolyn A.; Oehler, N. (Nellie); McCurdy, Sandra M.; Hillers, Val; Pacific Northwest Cooperative Extension ([Covallis, Or.] : Oregon State University Extension Service, 2002-09)
    Earlier editions of PNW 296 were published under the title Freezing Prepared Foods. This edition was revised by Carolyn Raab, Extension foods and nutrition specialist, and Nellie Oehler, Lane County Extension family and ...
  • Freezing fruits and vegetables 
    Oregon State University. Extension Service; Washington State University. Extension; University of Idaho. Extension; United States. Dept. of Agriculture; Raab, Carolyn A.; Pacific Northwest Cooperative Extension ([Corvallis, Or.] : Oregon State University, Extension Service, 2007-09)
    Freezing is one of the simplest and least time consuming methods of food preservation. For best quality, it is important to follow directions carefully. Color, flavor, and nutritive value can be affected by freshness of ...
  • Growing Christmas trees in the Pacific Northwest 
    Oregon State University. Extension Service; Washington State University. Extension; University of Idaho. Extension; Landgren, Chal G.; Fletcher, Richard A.; Bondi, Michael C.; Barney, Danny L.; Mahoney, Ronald Lynn; Pacific Northwest Cooperative Extension ([Corvallis, Or.] : Oregon State University, Extension Service, 2003-06)
    Christmas trees are an enduring holiday tradition. U.S. producers supply about 35 million trees annually. The past few decades have seen the Pacific Northwest’s rise to prominence as the leading Christmas-tree producing ...
  • Growing kiwifruit 
    Oregon State University. Extension Service; Washington State University. Extension; University of Idaho. Extension; Strik, Bernadine C. (Bernadine Cornelia), 1962-; Cahn, Helen; Pacific Northwest Cooperative Extension ([Covallis, Or.] : Oregon State University Extension Service, 1998-02)
    Kiwifruit are native to southeast Asia. There are more than 50 species in the genus Actinidia, and many have commercial potential. The most common kiwifruit species grown commercially is Actinidia deliciosa cultivar Hayw ...
  • A guide to peppermint insect and mite identification and management 
    Oregon State University. Extension Service; Washington State University. Extension; United States. Dept. of Agriculture; University of Idaho. Extension; Berry, Ralph E. (Ralph Eugene), 1940-; Fisher, Glenn C.; Pacific Northwest Cooperative Extension ([Corvallis, Or.] : Oregon State University, Extension Service ; [Pullman, Wash.] : Washington State University Extension ; [Moscow, Idaho] : University of Idaho Extension ; [Washington, D.C.] : U.S. Dept. of Agriculture, 1993-00-00)
  • Helping memory-impaired elders : a guide for caregivers 
    Oregon State University. Extension Service; Washington State University. Extension; University of Idaho. Extension; Schmall, Vicki L.; Bowman, Sally R., 1949-; Cleland, Marilyn; Pacific Northwest Cooperative Extension ([Covallis, Or.] : Oregon State University Extension Service, 2000-07)
    This publication is designed to give family and professional caregivers a fuller understanding of dementia in later life and ways to cope more effectively with the changes resulting from it. In addition to general care ...
  • Helping older family members handle finances 
    Oregon State University. Extension Service; Washington State University. Extension; University of Idaho. Extension; Schmall, Vicki L.; Nay, Tim; Bowman, Sally R., 1949-; Pacific Northwest Cooperative Extension ([Covallis, Or.] : Oregon State University Extension Service, 2005-10)
    Older people need various degrees of assistance with financial matters. Some need minimal help; for example, help with reading the fine print on bills and financial forms or preparing checks for signature. Others, who ar ...

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