OSU Extension Washington County

09/08/2026

Wilco (Aloha, OR) generously donated an overstock of chicken feed to Washington County 4-H Oregon! Thank you Wilco ! We're so grateful! Our 4-H clubs, and their chicks and chickens, will reap the benefit! 🍀💗🐥🐣🐓

09/08/2026

There's a lot to do in the garden this time of year! Have garden questions? Ask the Metro Master Gardeners! Find a link to our webform or leave a voicemail message, under "Ask a Master Gardener": https://extension.oregonstate.edu/mg/metro/gardening-help-resources

Doing a little gardening this holiday weekend? Got garden questions?

Wondering what's going on with your tomatoes? Interested in low-water-use plants that thrive in our region? Curious whether the insects on your chard are friend or foe? Needing guidance on what to do in the fall to power up your vegetable garden come spring?

Contact the OSU metro area Master Gardener Helpline via webform or voicemail, and let's talk plants!

We have volunteers online 7 days a week to answer your garden conundrums and share sustainable gardening guidance for thriving gardens!

Find a link to our webform or a number to leave a voicemail here under "Ask a Master Gardener": https://extension.oregonstate.edu/mg/metro/gardening-help-resources

09/04/2026

OSU Extension Washington County will be closed Monday, Sept 7 for Labor Day! We will re-open on Tuesday at 8 a.m. Have a lovely Labor Day weekend!

09/01/2026

Need to know guidance for older pressure canners!

Pressure canners with a tilt dial gauge (as seen in the photo) can no longer be tested for accuracy, but replacement parts are available through their website. Refer to the part number and guidance in the image. (Presto sells genuine parts at www.gopresto.com )

08/31/2026

If you're looking for tips to prepare your garden for winter, look no further than OSU Extension!

OSU Extension Metro Master Gardeners will present "Winterize Your Garden" at the Cedar Mill Library, Wednesday evening, September 9 ( Cedar Mill & Bethany Community Libraries ). Learn tasks you can do now to protect your plants during the cold months so they're ready for spring.

Date/time: Wednesday, September 9, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Cedar Mill Library address: 1080 NW Saltzman Rd, Portland
(Meets in the Elm & Oak Rooms)

Learn more @ https://cedarmillbethany.libcal.com/event/17038450

08/31/2026

Early registration (i.e. reduced rate) for Small Farm School ends this Thursday, September 3! For the quality of presenters and range of session topics, it's such a great deal! Don't miss this 15th Annual Small Farm School. Wednesday, September 16, 2026 @ Clackamas Community College.

Registration is open! Visit our webpage at: beav.es/smallfarmschool

Join us on September 16, 2026 at Clackamas Community College for a full day of hands-on classes.

Be sure to register as soon as you can, in order to reserve a spot in all three of your preferred classes. Early bird registration goes until September 4.
Check out our webpage to learn more

Whether you're just getting started or looking to sharpen your skills, there's something for every small farm and homestead.

📍 Clackamas Community College
📅 September 16, 2026

Registration is open now — don't miss your spot! Link in bio.

08/25/2026

What's one fond memory you have at a county fair or a state fair? Include a photo if you like! 🍀🍦🐴🐄🐃🐕‍🦺🐓🐑🐇💐🍐🍏🥒🍿🎶

08/24/2026

OSU Extension is gearing up for the big one - the Oregon State Fair! You will find OSU Extension Metro Master Gardeners in the Floral Building on September 5 and 6, 'Talking Plants', answering gardening questions and sharing resources! Be sure to stop in and say hello!

Also, show your support to our Washington County 4-H Oregon youth exhibitors! They've worked hard to get here and we're so proud of them!

Enjoy all that the Oregon State Fair has to offer!

Oregon State Fair 2026 ~ August 28 through September 7.