Soil erosion research in the fields of agronomy, soils science
and mechanics, agricultural engineering, hydrology, climatology, and
other scientific disciplines has economic dimensions. In general,
measurable and, at times, significant economic effects are
associated with the effects of erosion in the other disciplines.
Interactions between climate, soils, hydrology, and tillage...
Sorghums (Sorghum bicolor) are warm-season grasses native to Africa. They were introduced into the United States in the 17th century. They are grown primarily under dryland conditions or with limited irrigation in the semiarid
southwest and the Great Plains. Grain sorghums generally are cultivated in areas that are too hot...
Safflower (Carthamus tinctorius L) is a herbaceous annual and a member of the
Asteraceae/Compositae (sunflower) family. It is native to parts of Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. It was grown mainly for its flowers, which were used in making dyes for clothing and food. Today, it is grown mainly...
Sudangrass (Sorghum bicolor L. Moench) was introduced into Texas in the early 1900s and soon became established as an important pasture crop.
After its introduction, many improved varieties were developed. They have greater disease resistance, sweeter stems, less toxic chemical content, and more leaves than previous varieties. This is the...
Alfalfa (Medicago sativa L), called queen of forages, is the most important and productive forage crop in North America. It is the most widely adapted legume known. It was introduced to the western United States in the 1850s, and it is well suited to the dry climates and irrigated soils...
Published February 1958. Facts and recommendations in this publication may no longer be valid. Please look for up-to-date information in the OSU Extension Catalog: http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog
This study assesses the economic potential of biodiesel production in the Willamette Valley for six oilseeds as potential feedstocks: canola, flax, camelina, yellow mustard, sunflower, and safflower. We evaluate costs and returns from feedstock production, oilseed crushing, and biodiesel processing. Our analysis is based on the best available information on...
Published June 2005. Facts and recommendations in this publication may no longer be valid. Please look for up-to-date information in the OSU Extension Catalog: http://extension.oregonstate.edu/catalog