Specialty Seed Growers of Western Oregon

Seed Production in the Willamette Valley

We are a non-profit group of growers working to support the specialty seed industry in the Willamette Valley of Oregon through education, research, and advocacy.

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SSGWO Grower Meeting – Feb. 10, 2026

Save the Date of February 10, 2026, for the annual SSGWO growers meeting at the Linn County Expo Center. This meeting is open to all growers and there is no charge to attend. Oregon pesticide credits will be offered. Please share this information to anyone who may be interested. See attached flier for more information.…

OSU Extension aids vegetable farmers exploring Asian crops

Vegetable farmers in Oregon’s Willamette Valley face growing pressure to stay profitable. Labor shortages, high costs and new regulations have added challenges for producers already competing with low-priced imports. At the same time, acreage in processed vegetables has declined as consumer demand shifts toward fresh, locally grown foods and herbs. Farmers need new crop options…

RFP for Research Projects Now Available-Due 10/8/25

SSGWO has released its Request for Research Proposals for the 2026-27 funding cycle. Proposals are due October 8, 2025. Preferred projects would benefit the specialty seed industry in general, but specifically: Symphylan control Irrigation methods Weed control/herbicide resistance Diamondback moth control Seed corn maggot control Non-chemical weed management tools

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