Fall harvest underway as Central Oregon farmers prepare for changing season
CENTRAL OREGON — Fall harvest season is taking shape across Central Oregon as farmers and ranchers begin taking stock of this year’s growing season and preparing for the colder months ahead.
From produce and hay to seed crops and livestock operations, harvest looks different depending on the farm and location. This year, growers have also navigated drought conditions and water concerns across the region, making the end-of-season picture especially important for producers.
KTVZ is checking in with Central Oregon farmers Thursday to find out what they are seeing from this year’s crops, how yields compare with expectations and what they are doing now to prepare for fall.
We’re also looking at what the harvest could mean for Central Oregonians — from locally grown food to some of the farms and fall traditions families visit each year.
Watch KTVZ News tonight as we take you into the fields and hear directly from Central Oregon growers about how the 2026 harvest is shaping up.
This story will be updated.
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