In anticipation of a hotter, drier climate, foresters across the Pacific Northwest have been testing new species of trees.

As Oregonians prepare for Christmas, researchers are looking into how they can keep the state’s Christmas tree industry alive ...

In the lumber-centric Pacific Northwest, Douglas and noble fir are the classic choices for a Christmas tree — aromatic, good for ornaments and able to last a few weeks. But with hotter and drier ...

As Oregonians prepare for Christmas, researchers are looking into how they can keep the state’s Christmas tree industry alive ...

Mistletoe infestation was not linked to negative health outcomes for the trees the festive favorite was parasitizing.

Christmas trees are big business in Oregon. In 2023 alone, the industry contributed $118 million to the state economy. Researchers at Oregon State University are working ...

Oregon officials have found the Mediterranean oak borer in six counties across the valley, just as another pest is killing ...

If you love getting a fresh Christmas tree for your living room each year, you’ve probably wondered if it’s possible to grow ...

In 2025, the Statesman Journal outdoors team wrote about fascinating people and traveled to stunning places. Here's our 10 ...

If mistletoe's status as a nutrient-stealing freeloader has been cooling your holiday ardor, new research led by an Oregon ...

Oregon is the Christmas tree capital of the country, producing over 3 million of the festive evergreens every year. And when Christmas tree growers have a concern with their crops of noble or Douglas ...

CORVALLIS, Ore. (KTVZ) – It sounds like the setup for a holiday romantic comedy: Priya Rajarapu works as a Christmas tree expert for Oregon State University’s Extension Service, helping Oregon’s ...