OHA and ODFW gave away more than 500 bags of free seed to Oregon landowners at E.E. Wilson Wildlife Area on May 9. Each bag will cover at least two acres of wildlife habitat.
The seed was provided at no cost, thanks to contributions from OHA and Turf Merchants, Inc. The mix is a cool season blend of species that attract game birds, mammals and other wildlife. It contains grains, grasses, legumes, and brassica that provide critical food sources for animals during fall, winter, and early spring in places where native forage is lacking or has deteriorated.
This mixture is designed to be used on a wide range of revegetation sites, pre-formulated based on seeds per square foot, species establishment and final mixture diversity upon maturation. It is ideal for project sites not requiring continual maintenance.
The seed will be planted on state wildlife areas, as well as private land in more than half of Oregon’s counties.
Enhancing wildlife habitat on private land where wildlife winter plays a critical role in sustaining Oregon’s native species. Private landowners can enhance habitat with seed mixes that regulations might prohibit on nearby federal lands. Through efforts like this, OHA is working to improve habitat for wildlife.
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