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A new ‘Pied Piper’ robot protects Oregon’s vineyards from pests with some good vibes

Researchers at Oregon State University have built a device that communicates with winery pests using vibrations. The treehopper spreads devastating red blotch disease through vineyards in the Pacific Northwest, but it appears the insects can’t resist the vibrational calls that are reproduced by the “Pied Piper” robot. The scientists thinks the Pied Piper will be able to reduce the need for chemical pesticides and give organic growers in the Pacific Northwest new options for pest control.


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The booze-free movement thriving in the Pacific Northwest

The Pacific Northwest is at the forefront of a new movement in how we imbibe. And it’s not for the region's award-winning Willamette Valley wines or hop-heavy IPAs. Instead, it’s about what’s not in our drinks: alcohol.




How chardonnay reflects Oregon’s changing wine scene

Pinot Noir put Northwest wine on the map, but chardonnay, its white-wine cousin, is having a moment. A new generation of winemakers is pushing the boundaries of what our region can do. With some key scientific advances, and a better understanding of our soils and terroir, Oregon chardonnays are breaking into numerous “best of” lists and commanding premium prices.






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