About OWRI

The Oregon Wine Research Institute (OWRI) is a collaborative research and outreach initiative based at Oregon State University that brings together OSU researchers and educators, USDA scientists, public agencies, and the wine industry to deliver research-driven solutions that enhances wine quality and ensures the economic and environmental sustainability of Oregon’s wine sector.

Mission

To support Oregon’s wine industry by conducting collaborative, multidisciplinary research, fostering partnerships, and sharing knowledge that empowers growers and winemakers with the information and tools to make informed decisions for sustainable long-term success.

Our Core Values

In The News

 

James P. Osborne

OSU’s James Osborne wins ASEV Extension award

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Patty Skinkis, Ph.D. and a student evaluate soils in a vineyard while installing soil moisture sensors in spring. Photo courtesy of Grace Lilly, OSU

The Science of Cover Crops

At the Oregon Wine Research Institute, a partnership between Oregon State University and the wine industry, professor and viticulture extension...

James Osborne

10 Questions With… James Osborne, professor and director of the Oregon Wine Research Institute

I came to OSU in September 2006 to begin a job as an assistant professor and Extension specialist in the Department of Food Science and...