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  • Oregon strawberries ready for early harvest
    field cornStill an important and iconic Oregon crop, more strawberries headed for fresh market

    The unofficial start to Oregon’s agricultural growing season is about to arrive. The earliest commercial harvest of strawberries in the state since 2005 should commence by the weekend thanks to a warm spring that has pushed the crop season forward a couple of weeks. While Oregon’s strawberry industry is just a fraction of what it once was, the high quality fruit remains an important part of the agricultural landscape with steady demand from processors and growing demand from fresh market consumers. As a result, the Oregon strawberry retains its iconic status...

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Oregon agriculture took the opportunity to salute industry leaders recently at the 21st annual Agricultural Progress Awards Dinner held in Salem on March 20.
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Our numerous programs work to ensure consumer protection and food safety; expand markets for agricultural products and processed foods; and protect Oregon's natural resource base for present and future generations of farmers, ranchers, and commercial fishers.
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The Oregon State Legislature now is in session. Use the Oregon Legislative I​nformation System (OLIS) to access bills, committee information, and the daily events of the legislative session.​
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