January 5, 2026 2:45 a.m. 

The Oregon State University Extension Service in Douglas County in partnership with Umpqua Soil & Water Conservation District are offering a fruit tree pruning workshop on Saturday, January 17th.

It will be held at the Elkton Community Education Center on Highway 38 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The event will cover proper techniques to improve tree health, boost fruit production, and shape trees for long-term success.

Topics will include:

*When and why to prune in winter

*Tool and safety

*Pruning strategies for apples, pears, cherries and plums

There will be live demonstrations along with a question-and-answer time. The workshop is for beginners and experienced growers alike.

The event is free, but registration is needed. To sign up, go to: https://beav.es/ZkU

Call OSU Extension Agent Logan Bennett at 541-236-3015 for more information.