Andrew Selsky

Associated Press

When Filling Automation Wins

When Filling Automation Wins

August 1, 2026

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Alfalfa Sprouts Linked to Food Poisoning Cases

August 21, 2026

The Axen AX4™ is a practical four-gas monitor designed by Industrial Scientific to help organizations protect workers with dependable gas detection that is easy to deploy, use and maintain.

Industrial Scientific Introduces 4-Gas Monitor for Everyday Industrial Work

August 20, 2026

Illegal Cookie Factory Caught Substituting Charcoal for Cocoa

August 20, 2026

When Filling Automation Wins

When Filling Automation Wins

See how automated bulk bag filling and palletizing helped eliminate labor challenges and improve output.

August 1, 2026

Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek speaks at the State Library of Oregon in Salem, Jan. 31, 2023.

Liquor Agency Head Resigns Amid Bourbon Scandal

He and other senior officials allegedly used their positions to acquire rare, sought-after bottles.

February 14, 2023

Oregon Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum at her office in Portland, July 13, 2016.

Rare Liquors Land State Officials in Criminal Probe

They used their connections to obtain sought-after bourbons — possibly in violation of ethics laws.

February 13, 2023

Alejandra Morales Buscio, of Salem, Oregon, reaches up to pull the leaf canopy over pinot noir grapes on Thursday, July 8, 2021, to shade the fruit from the sun, at Willamette Valley Vineyards in Turner, Ore. After a recent record heat wave and more hot weather expected, workers in several Pacific Northwest wineries will trim less of the leaf canopy to keep the grapes shaded and prevent sunburn. Winemakers are worried about what's still ahead this summer amid a historic drought tied to climate change and wildfire risk.

Smoke, Extreme Heat Pose Harsh Test for West Coast Vineyards

Winemakers are worried about what's still ahead amid a historic drought.

July 12, 2021

In this Aug. 20 photo, Thomas Henney, right, and Charles Chavira watch a plume spread over Healdsburg, CA as the LNU Lightning Complex fires burn.

Wildfires Give West Coast Grapes Unwanted Smoky Flavor

If tainted grapes are made into wine without steps to minimize the harm, the result could be wine so bad that it cannot be marketed.

September 24, 2020

This May 24, 2018 file photo shows a marijuana plant in Oregon.

Oregon Bans CBD Alcoholic Beverages

The Oregon Liquor Control Commission cited concerns raised by the FDA of potential liver damage from CBD.

December 23, 2019

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Shutdown Hurts Oregon Winegrowers

First fire made their grapes difficult to sell. The government shutdown then created a backlog for getting wine labels approved.

January 31, 2019

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FDA Asked to Update Hemp-Based Food Rules

Despite a bill passed last month, the FDA Commissioner restated his agency's stance that CBD is illegal to add to food products without FDA consent.

January 16, 2019

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FDA Urged to Update CBD Regs

CBD is a drug ingredient and therefore illegal to add to food or health products without the FDA's approval.

January 16, 2019

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Oregon in Dispute with CA Winery

At stake is a multi-billion-dollar industry, and Oregon's reputation for producing a delicate pinot noir in its cool, rainy climate.

November 28, 2018

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Vineyards Face Losses From Smoke-Tainted Grapes

A California buyer backed off of buying the grapes, which are valued at about $4 million.

October 5, 2018

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Farmers Fear Losing Workers Under Trump Crackdown

President Donald Trump's hard line against immigrants in the U.S. illegally has sent a chill through the nation's agricultural industry.

April 24, 2017

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First-Ever Marijuana Growers Fair Opens

The inaugural two-day event underscores how the once-illicit marijuana industry is starting to go mainstream.

August 15, 2016

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OR Town Battles Over Bottled Water Plant

When Nestle approached Cascade Locks, OR with a plan to build a water bottling plant from a local spring, town leaders jumped at it. But opposition from residents, tribes and orchard owners have landed the project on Oregon's May 17th primary ballot.

May 12, 2016