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One Step Ahead

Shawn Mehlenbacher
Shawn Mehlenbacher, a professor in OSU’s College of Agricultural Sciences, examines hazelnuts in his field lab. Mehlenbacher’s expertise is in hazelnut breeding and genetics. (Photo Lynn Ketchum)

The ongoing fight to save the humble hazelnut

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Breed to Feed

Oregon’s $5 billion-a-year agriculture industry needs new breeds of grains, nuts, fruits and vegetables. Some food crops become vulnerable to disease and pests. Others must evolve to match the changing needs of farmers and consumers.