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Historic Farm Structures As Material Culture : An Oregon Study

Creator:: Judge, Barbara C.
Abstract:: The thesis is a case study of two traditional family farms that were settled in Oregon in 1850 and 1915. The study embraces the theory that material culture reflects customs and values. The material culture indicators within the study are the architectural structures of the Oregon farms. The study filters...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Historic farm structures as material culture : an Oregon

The effect of format on the understanding and preferences for selected components by typical users of farm building plans

Creator:: Johnson, Dexter W.
Abstract:: Plans for farm buildings should efficiently explaininformation about their construction. User understandingand actual use made of plans has received little study.The format used for plans should enhance their wider useand greater satisfaction by individuals concerned withconstructed buildings.This study addressed two research questions: (1) Isthere a relationship among typical formats used...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

The Valley Library : images of construction

Creator:: Zarins, Eriks
Abstract:: A cornerstone of any university is its library. Consequently, the construction or renovation of a library is thus a major event on any college campus. In the spring of 1996, Oregon State University began such a significant transformation. Three years and $47 million later, the old Kerr Library has become...
Resource Type:: Book

Spatial expressions of farm size changes in the Polk and Linn counties of Oregon

Creator:: Van Otten, George A.
Abstract:: The spatial organization of farm units in Polk and Linn counties in the mid-Willamette Valley has undergone significant change over the past 30 years. Whereas most study areas operations in the 1930's and 1940's consisted of small family owned farms with contiguous land bases, present mid-Willamette Valley units vary considerably...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: commercial farm units. Spatial Expressions of Farm Size Changes in the Polk and Linn Counties of Oregon

Cultural evolution and small-scale farming

Creator:: Caday, Peter P.
Abstract:: Small-scale farmers are defined under United States Department of Agriculture guidelines as those whose gross farm sales are less than $40,000. They are typically contrasted with mid-scale farmers whose gross sales are less than $100,000, and with large-scale farmers whose sales are more than $100,000. Arguments from cultural and historical...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: established levels for gross farm product sales in Polk County from the 1974 Oregon Census of Agriculture

Managing small-acreage horse farms in central and eastern Oregon

Creator:: Oregon State University. Extension Service, Stephenson, Garry Owen, Hannaway, D., Bohle, Mylen G., Brewer, Linda J., Hammond, Ellen, Parsons, Cory, Schreder, Pete, and Fery, Melissa
Abstract:: Some good goals for a well-managed, small-acreage horse farm are: • A productive pasture with plenty of grass and few weeds • Less dust during the dry season and less mud during the wet season • Healthy horses free of problems associated with dust, manure, mud, and toxic plants •...
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: • MaNagINg sMall-aCrEagE HOrsE FarMs IN CENtral aNd EastErN OrEgON What do you want from your farm? The

1974 Oregon's agricultural situation and outlook

Creator:: Oregon State University. Extension Service
Abstract:: 1974 issue includes Extension circular no. 835-843, and 846. Each deals with an individual agricultural product.
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: seasonal supplies brought OREGON STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION / SERVICE rapid adjustment to farm prices

Oregon agricultural commodities: 2005 farmgate values and first handler value added

Creator:: Oregon State University. Extension Service, Burt, Lawrence A., and Brewer, Linda J.
Abstract:: The OSU Extension Economic Information Office annually compiles estimates of crop and livestock production and farmgate values in all 36 counties. About 70 OSU Extension and research faculty provide the estimates, based on personal knowledge, contact with industry leaders, various published and unpublished data, and, in some cases, surveys. Depending...
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: , consolidation is the key to profitability. Oregon remains outside this trend: small, fam- ily-farm operations

Occupant satisfaction in a LEED registered building

Creator:: Anderson, Amy A.
Abstract:: The purpose of this study was to look at occupant satisfaction with Kelley Engineering Center, a LEED registered building. Results from a post-occupancy evaluation of Kelley conducted in spring 2006 were compared to those from a pre-occupancy survey of occupants in non-green buildings disseminated in spring 2005. The results showed...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: in a LEED Registered Building Abstract approved: Carol C. Ca The purpose of this study was to look

An economic analysis of changes in exclusive farm use regulations for homesteads in Oregon : a case study in Yamhill County

Creator:: Chen, Li, 1976-
Abstract:: Criticisms to the new regulations created in 1994 governing dwellings in Exclusive Farmland Use zones (zones where agricultural activities are allowed outright) have triggered an overall scrutiny directed by the 70th Oregon Legislative Assembly. The objective of this study was to examine the influence of the new regulations on the...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Analysis of Changes in Exclusive Farm Use Regulations for Homesteads in Oregon: A Case Study in Yamhill

ScholarsArchive@OSU

Historic Farm Structures As Material Culture : An Oregon Study

The effect of format on the understanding and preferences for selected components by typical users of farm building plans

The Valley Library : images of construction

Spatial expressions of farm size changes in the Polk and Linn counties of Oregon

Cultural evolution and small-scale farming

Managing small-acreage horse farms in central and eastern Oregon

1974 Oregon's agricultural situation and outlook

Oregon agricultural commodities: 2005 farmgate values and first handler value added

Occupant satisfaction in a LEED registered building

An economic analysis of changes in exclusive farm use regulations for homesteads in Oregon : a case study in Yamhill County

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