Texting Ban & Chinese Trade Mission
Northwest Report
Idaho's Governor signs a no texting ban...the Chinese trade mission was a success and Lacy slow flowers.
Sea Lions Euthanized & Cold Snap
Northwest Report
The northern and eastern fruit states may see some really cold temps this week...two sea lions have been euthanized and Lacy takes on the mighty mustard seed.
Sustainable Ag Intensification & CRP Extended
Northwest Report
A soil scientist says there are some new sustainable systems on the horizon and the CRP deadline has been extend..a bit.
Task Force & Farmer's Market Season
Northwest Report
It will soon be farmer's market time...Washington State institutes a task force to look at labor issues and Lacy discusses her favorite subject, gardening.
CRP Deadline & Reading the Fine Print
Northwest Report
The deadline is coming up for CRP...a watch group is warning people that HSUS is not what it seems...and Lacy discusses a new fashion for your horse.
ODA Approves Wolf Funds & REAP Uncertain
Northwest Report
Oregon approves funds for dealing with wolves...the REAP program may be popular but it might be on it's last legs...and Lacy stands up for the potato.
Proposed Immigration Change & Vilsack Talks to Lawmakers
Northwest Report
The Ag Secretary makes a plea...there is a proposed change for immigrants and Lacy discusses biofuels.
Death Tax Repeal & Farm Bill Action
Northwest Report
We might see some movement on the Farm Bill after the Easter break...and there may be an end to the death tax.
The Great Big Idaho Potato Truck, Reviewing Air Emissions and Challenging WTO
Northwest Report
The Big Potato Truck is going cross-country...the U.S. wants to challenge the WTO regarding COOL...the EPA wants to review air monitoring and Lacy talks about gestation stalls.
Today's consumer has changed from just a few years ago and how will that affect food production.
Northwest Report
More food groups are demanding pork producers cease using gestation stalls...Achieving sustainable ag to feed the world will take some time...and Lacy discusses red meat.
New Guidelines for Forests & Beef Recalled
Northwest Report
E.Coli is once again to blame for another beef recall...new guidelines have been released for our forests and grasslands...and Lacy divides and conquers.
New Cherry Variety & Investing in Bio
Northwest Report
A new cherry tree variety is released...the President says he is going to invest in the bio-industry and Lacy talks about a new "black market."
Possible New Cash Crop & Supreme Court Ruling
Northwest Report
The Supreme Court hands the EPA a defeat that is good news for landowners and WIllie Nelson wants Oregon to legalize pot.
Expect E15 Soon & Ag Jobs Increasing
Northwest Report
You may begin to see E15 at the pump in the near future...want a job on the farm...jobs are looking good...and Lacy gets the itch.
Rural School Funding Cuts & Contaminated Eggs
Northwest Report
A Washington egg producer has been shut down for salmonella exposure...Idaho schools may see some tough budget times ahead and Lacy looks at the USDA fraudulent letters.
First Day of Spring, Fraudulent Letters & Food Prices
Northwest Report
Spring is here!...The USDA warns about fraudulent letters...the Consumer Price Index is steady and Lacy talks about supporting 4-H.
Wasted Food & Ag Secretary Discusses Korean Trade
Northwest Report
Vilsack discusses KORUS...a lot of food is wasted every year and Lacy discusses baking.
No Pink Slime & Fighting For a Farm Bill
Northwest Report
No Pink Slime for Washington schools....and farmers still fighting for a farm bill.
Here We Go Again & Planting Survey
Northwest Report
Farmers are getting ready for the next planting survey...a new study says meat is bad for you and Lacy gives out an attaboy.
Old Man Winter Still Here & Renewing A Tax Credit
Northwest Report
Winter just doesn't seem to be giving up...the biodiesel tax credit is on the front burner again and Lacy takes a look at the Commodity Classic.
Restoring Habitats for Wildlife & Farm Safety Anniversary
Northwest Report
USDA and the DOI have a new agreement to help farmers and ranchers...Farm Safety 4 Just Kids celebrates 25 years and Lacy look sat the ideal home.
Banning Names & Proposed BSE Changes
Northwest Report
USDA looks at changing BSE regulations....Oregon may change some school names and Lacy talks a little doomsday!
Cattle Shootings & REAP Deadlines
Northwest Report
Idaho is trying to find the culprit behind some cattle shootings...the next REAP deadline is approaching...and Lacy gets lost in her garden shed.
Ag Day & Getting Ready for Spring
Northwest Report
Seems a lot of people are getting very early for spring...tomorrow is Ag Day...what's that mean, and Lacy stands up for the ag industry.