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OSU Food Testing Sensor and SAWA Reaction Mixed
The Agribusiness Update
An electrochemical sensor developed at Oregon State University holds promise for food quality testing, and a Republican-backed ag labor bill is drawing mixed reactions as lawmakers debate changes to the H-2A farmworker program.
West Coast Smoke Exposure Task Force and Dems Push for Farm Bill Changes
The Agribusiness Update
The West Coast Smoke Exposure Task Force will host its annual Smoke Summit on Monday, June 8, and Senate Democrats are pushing for changes to the newly passed House farm bill.
Pressure Builds on Beef Packers
California Ag Today
New insights show how limited cattle supplies are forcing gradual but significant industry changes.
Fewer Cattle, Big Consequences
Southeast Regional Ag News
A new newsletter from Derrell Peel explains how shrinking herd sizes are forcing changes in beef packing capacity.
Federal Help Sought for Peach Farmers
California Ag Today
Lawmakers urge swift action as growers confront mounting losses.
Protecting Wine From Wildfire
California Ag Today
New research explores if strengthening grape skins can reduce smoke absorption in vineyards.
Anthrax in Idaho
Idaho Ag Today
The Idaho State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) has received confirmation of an anthrax positive in a beef herd in Cassia County.
Pear Output 2025-26
Fruit Grower Report
With the 2025 pear harvest in the rear view now, Pacific Northwest growers can be found a bit relieved with a 78% increase over the 2024 crop.
Pear Cannery Questions
Fruit Grower Report
The USDA’s Section 32 purchase of Northwest Pears after the sudden closure of the Del Monte cannery last summer will certainly help growers scrambling for alternative markets.
Oregon Christmas Trees
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Priya Rajarapu works as a Christmas tree expert for Oregon State University’s Extension Service, helping the state’s 300-plus growers produce a healthy crop every year.
Pear Cannery Impact
Fruit Grower Report
Now that the Del Monte cannery in Yakima has closed, what happens to the Bartlett pear crop in future years.
Pear Numbers Update
Fruit Grower Report
The final numbers aren’t in yet, but northwest pear harvest certainly saw a significant improvement over last year.
Hazelnut Health 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Listen up older folks worried about age-related health issues like Alzheimer's, hazelnuts can significantly improve your levels of two key micronutrients, magnesium and vitamin E. That’s according to a study out of Oregon State University.
Hazelnut Health 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Listen up older folks worried about age-related health issues like Alzheimer's, hazelnuts can significantly improve your levels of two key micronutrients, magnesium and vitamin E. That’s according to a study out of Oregon State University.
Raspberry Health 2
Fruit Grower Report
More research to back up claims of the health benefits of foods loaded with antioxidants like red raspberries.
Raspberry Health 1
Fruit Grower Report
More research to back up claims of the health benefits of foods loaded with antioxidants like red raspberries.
Aphid research
Idaho Ag Today
E. Idaho seed potato growers track aphid migrations with help of UI Extension pest trapping program
Mild Habaneros Now Available
Fruit Grower Report
If you like the flavor of peppers but aren’t a big fan of the heat some bring to your meals, Oregon State University has two mild Habaneros you might like.
Mild Peppers from OSU 2
Fruit Grower Report
This may seem unusual for the Fruit Grower Report, but today we’re talking about peppers, specifically a new breed of Mild Habaneros created by breeders at Oregon State University.
AI Predictions or Avocados and Tractor Sales Up Slightly
The Agribusiness Update
Researchers have developed a smartphone-based AI system that accurately predicts the ripeness and internal quality of avocados, and the Association of Equipment Manufacturers’ monthly Flash Report shows the sales of all tractors in September were up 4% from last year.