National Nutrition Month this July

As we continue to celebrate National Nutrition Month this July, we keep the spotlight on vegetables
in recognition of the value that vegetables have on people's lives, both as sources of livelihood and as of food. Vegetables can help fight hunger and malnutrition.

Let's get to know more about vegetables this July!

This weekend we are offering killer deals on Lamb Leg Steaks and Chicken Backs. Stop by the Newport Farmers Market on Saturday from 9 am to 1 pm or the Lincoln City (Oregon) Farmer's and Crafter's Market on Sunday from 9 am to 3 pm to stock up! Lamb Leg Steaks are a slice cut off of a Leg of Lamb and normally sell for $10.95 per lb - this weekend only they will be on sale for $7.50 per lb! Chicken backs are a great way to get what you need for a fantastic soup stock - normally $2.65 per lb, this weekend only you can pick them up for $1.50 per lb! Looking forward to seeing you at the sunny coast this weekend!

Good News for Bee Keepers

Here's some potentially good news. Hobby beekeepers' reluctance to use chemicals on their hives could be cultivating strains of bees that are resistant to mites and diseases, says an apiarist with the OSU Extension Service. That, in turn, might stave off honey bee deaths.

Lemonade Project Proceeds Fund the SNAP Incentives

Lemonade Project booths are at Farmers Markets in Lincoln County.

New Farmers in Oregon

Oregon has the second-highest participation rate in a federal program that helps new farmers in the West get started. The OSU Extension Service coordinates the program in Oregon.

Does tuna caught in Oregon waters contain radiation

Does tuna caught in Oregon waters contain radiation from the nuclear meltdown in Japan? That's this week's highlighted question for the OSU Extension Service's Ask an Expert online help center. You can read the answer at http://bit.ly/PS4Ewl. If you have questions about coastal issues, farming, 4-H youth activities, gardening, nutrition, household issues, food, forestry or the environment, email them to the Extension Service at http://bit.ly/OSUaae.

Location for next LCFG meeting has been changed to Lincoln Co Ext Office Conf Rm, Newport and not at Samaritan House. Tues, July 10th, 12-2pm. Bring lunch if you wish. All are welcome.