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Governor is Listening
Fruit Grower Report
We sometimes wonder if Washington Governor Bob Ferguson is listening to anyone but his Democratic colleagues. But Moses Lake Republican Tom Dent says he’s been able to connect with the governor on a number of issues.
Fusion 2025
Idaho Ag Today
Hundreds of farmers and ranchers from across the state attended the Idaho Farm Bureau Federation Fusion Conference .
Dirt Road podcast
Idaho Ag Today
Hosted by Cam Hammond and Ott Clark and produced by the Idaho Farm Bureau Federation, the Dirt Road Discussions podcast is available.
Otter State of the state
Idaho Ag Today
In his State of the State address Jan. 6, Gov. Brad Little gave a shout-out to the state’s farmers for solving a major water dispute themselves.
Potato Expo 2025 Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Kam Quarles, CEO of the National Potato Council, was extremely happy with this year's Potato Expo in Orlando, Florida and with the turnout.
Potato Expo 2025 Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Kam Quarles, CEO of the National Potato Council, was extremely happy with this year's Potato Expo in Orlando, Florida and with the turnout.
California Water Management and Former ASPCA Chief Hammers Charity
The Agribusiness Update
Improving data practices to best manage California’s water resources drove discussions last week at the California Irrigation Institute Conference, and former president of the ASPCA speaks out against the animal charity.
Potato Day 2023 Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Potato Day 2023 is right around the corner and potato industry folks are preparing for a day in the state Capitol in Olympia serving up their livelihoods on a plate and in conversation.
Potato Day 2023 Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Potato Day 2023 is right around the corner and potato industry folks are preparing for a day in the state Capitol in Olympia serving up their livelihoods on a plate and in conversation.
Hort Show 2022 Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
The time has come to start making plans to attend the 2022 Washington State Tree Fruit Association Annual Meeting, being held this December 5-7 in Wenatchee.
Hort Show 2022 Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
The time has come to start making plans to attend the 2022 Washington State Tree Fruit Association Annual Meeting, being held this December 5-7 in Wenatchee.
California Farm Bureau Perfect Storm and USMCA Dispute Panel
The Agribusiness Update
The California Farm Bureau met with Congressional leaders to warn of perfect storm brewing in food supply, and national milk groups express appreciation for USMCA dispute panel.
Row Crop Research at Auburn University and USMCA Dispute Panel
The Agribusiness Update
Row crop research paying benefits for Alabama Cooperative Extension and Auburn University, and national milk groups applaud USMCA dispute panel.
Ethanol Exports Higher and Pandemic Food Purchases Lower
The Agribusiness Update
Ethanol exports in 2021 reach fifth-highest on record, and no surprise but food purchases during pandemic saw a 7.8% cutback.
Pro-farmer Op Ed Reaction Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
Negative reader comments to a pro-farmer op ed in the Seattle Times is the real justification for the piece.
Pro-farmer Op Ed Reaction Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
Negative reader comments to a pro-farmer op ed in the Seattle Times is the real justification for the piece.
ESA Changes Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The Congressional Western Caucus wants to open up discussions about past successes and failures of the Endangered Species Act in order to avoid the Biden plan for stepping backwards.
ESA Changes Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The Congressional Western Caucus wants to open up discussions about past successes and failures of the Endangered Species Act in order to avoid the Biden plan for stepping backwards.
USTR on EU Tariffs and AskUSDA Launched
The Agribusiness Update
USTR Robert Lighthizer is being urged to help remove retaliatory tariffs on U.S. Ag exports to the E.U., and AskUSDA launched to make communicating with USDA more efficient.