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Soil moisture sensor installation in a forage field
Research
2026

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.

Producer Workshops on Irrigation Water Management Across Central Oregon
Extension
2026

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.

Soil Moisture Sensor Benchmarking in Central Oregon Forage Systems
Research
2025

Soil Moisture Sensor Benchmarking in Central Oregon Forage Systems

Field campaigns are benchmarking low-cost soil moisture sensors against neutron probe measurements in orchardgrass and Kentucky bluegrass fields across Deschutes and Jefferson counties.

Milestone
2024

Dr. Nicolas joins OSU BEE Department as assistant professor

Dr. Floyid Nicolas joined the Department of Biological & Ecological Engineering at Oregon State University as an assistant professor of agricultural water management based at COAREC in Madras, Oregon.