Red clover and fire weed are also sources of deliciously flavored honey found in Oregon. To realize how honey production is growing in Oregon one should see the display made at our State Fair.
Frank L. Ballard graduated with a B.S. in agriculture in 1916. He served as the Vice Director of the Extension Service until he was appointed the President of Oregon State College. After a short term as President, Ballard returned to the Extension Service, eventually becoming the Extension Service Head from 1945-1961.
Picture of a second cutting of alfalfa. Plants on the left show growth without Borax added to the soil and the plants on the right show what growth has occurred with borax. When soils have a borax deficiency, a "yellow top" condition develops, especially during the dry season. The plants are part of the Experiment Station soils program experiments.