AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoHeat and Forests: New research finds coast redwoods’ photosynthesis drops sharply during extreme heat, raising concern for trees whose range reaches southern Oregon. Coastal Waters: Razor clam digging remains postponed after marine toxins spiked; on the Columbia, the Port of Astoria approved a 25-year, $1.8 million state loan toward cleanup of a fuel-line spill that released oil into the port. Wildlife and Development: A proposed lithium mine near McDermitt threatens sage-grouse habitat, while the Siletz Tribe is set to reclaim a biodiversity-rich area near Yachats. Habitat Protection: The Bureau of Land Management is seeking comments on designating 1,600 acres near Eagle Point as northern spotted owl habitat. Oregon Wildlife: A California condor’s first Oregon visit in 120 years and a new roadside wildlife-count project offer fresh ways to track species across the state.
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