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Dems Take Control of Ag Committees and Deere Anticipates More HIres
The Agribusiness Update
Democratic gains in several states gives them control of both the House and Senate, setting the stage for a major shift in agriculture leadership, and John Deere anticipates hiring more than 400 workers across its factories and recalling more than 275 employees.
National Wheat Yield Contest
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The National Wheat Foundation has announced 24 national winners in its 2026 National Wheat Yield Contest, representing 10 states, averaging 146.4 bushels per acre.
Agridynamics Robotics Apple Picker
Fruit Grower Report
The latest robotic apple picker could soon be available and, based on in-orchard testing, appears to be effective beyond just picking.
Bunge Buys Washington Corn Processor and Canada Talks with Trump
The Agribusiness Update
Bunge has wrapped up its acquisition of Central Washington Corn Processors, and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says he had a "good conversation" with President Trump regarding the future of U.S.-Canada trade.
Outstanding Georgia Young Peanut Farmer Award and Canada Talks with Trump
The Agribusiness Update
Nominations are open for the OCanadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says he had a "good conversation" with President Trump regarding the future of U.S.-Canada trade.utstanding Georgia Young Peanut Farmer Award, and
Meet Matt & Kristie Dorsey. He’s the President of the Idaho Farm Bureau Federation, and she’s the Idaho Farm Bureau Promotion & Engagement District 4 Chair.
Idaho Ag Today
Let's meet Matt Dorsey's the President of the Idaho Farm Bureau Federation.
A FIELDS-Level Announcement
Idaho Ag Today
News from the fields. USDA's Fertilizer Investment and Expansion for long term domestic supply program.
Is Your California Farm Too Big to Be Small?
California Ag Today
A federal definition dating back to 2013 is getting a closer look as California considers what really qualifies as a small farm.
Ag Overtime's Negative Impact
Fruit Grower Report
We told you recently about a new study from WSU showing that the ag overtime law in our state is not a benefit to anyone in agriculture. So now, lawmakers need to fix the problem.
NASDA Update
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
As the newly elected president of the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture, Washington State Ag Director Derek Sandison will lead many of the efforts to improve the agricultural industry in our country.
National FFA Award for Oregon Member and U.S.-Mexico Trade Talks Stall
The Agribusiness Update
Winners of the 2026 National FFA Agricultural Proficiency Awards were named last week at the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis and one is for an Oregon member, and trade negotiations between the U.S. and Mexico have stalled over steel and aluminum tariffs.
GFB Dog of the Year Award and U.S.-Mexico Trade Talks Stall
The Agribusiness Update
Riggs, a tri-red Australian Shepherd who lives on Shadow Lane Farm in Morgan County was named the 2026 Georgia Farm Bureau Farm Dog of the Year, and trade negotiations between the U.S. and Mexico have stalled over steel and aluminum tariffs.
NASDA Update with Sandison
Fruit Grower Report
In mid-September, Washington State Director of Agriculture Derek Sandison was elected as the 2026–27 President of the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture, and now talks about the challenges on his plate.
ARS-WSU Open New Research Facility and Diesel Supplies Remain Tight
The Agribusiness Update
The Ag Research Service and Washington State University have opened a new 100,000-square-foot Plant Bioscience Research Building in Pullman to advance agricultural research, and Diesel supplies could remain tight well into next year as disruptions in the Middle East and Russia limit production.
Harvest Season - Enjoy
Fruit Grower Report
Fall is upon us here in Washington and that means it’s time for our delicious tree fruit to come off the trees for everyone to enjoy.
WSTFA Annual Meeting and Cherry Institute
Fruit Grower Report
If you haven’t made your plans yet, the Washington State Tree Fruit Association’s Annual Meeting and Hort Show is fast approaching, December 7-9 in Kennewick. But wait, there's more!
Washington #13 in Imports and Ag Tractor and Combine Sales Down
The Agribusiness Update
Washington state ranks #13 nationwide, importing nearly $4-billion in food and beverages each year, 1.9% of the U.S. total, and sales of agricultural tractors and combines declined in both the U.S. and Canada in September compared with the same month a year earlier.
Washington's First HPAI Case and Ag Lending Continues to Grow
The Agribusiness Update
The USDA National Veterinary Services Laboratory confirmed the first detection of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 in two Yakima County dairy farms, and Ag lending at commercial banks continued to grow during the second quarter.
NRCS Meeting
Idaho Ag Today
NRCS Idaho to hold special State Technical Advisory Committee meeting