Dr. Nicolas Joins OSU BEE Department as Assistant Professor
Dr. Floyid Nicolas joins the Department of Biological & Ecological Engineering at Oregon State University as Assistant Professor of Agricultural Water Management based at COAREC in Madras, Oregon.
Soil Moisture Sensor Benchmarking in Central Oregon Forage Systems
Field campaigns underway benchmarking low-cost soil moisture sensors against neutron probe measurements in orchardgrass and Kentucky bluegrass fields across Deschutes and Jefferson Counties.
Producer Workshops on Irrigation Water Management Across Central Oregon
Dr. Nicolas leads hands-on extension workshops on irrigation scheduling, drip irrigation, and water management best practices for producers and gardeners through AgWaterTAP, OSU Extension, and partner soil & water conservation districts.
OSU’s AgTAP initiative helps Oregon producers manage water
The Agricultural Water Management Technical Assistance Program, known as AgTAP, brings together Extension and research faculty to develop science-based tools, field demonstrations and technical assistance for agricultural water users across the state.