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Quagga wars continue
Idaho Ag Today
The Idaho Department of Agriculture treated the invasive species Quagga muscles in the fall of 2023 and 2024. Now they’re back once again.
Seed count
Idaho Ag Today
Where do the seeds you plant on your farm or garden come from? Why does it matter?
Japanese Beetle Progress and Farm Bill Priorities
The Agribusiness Update
The Washington State Department of Agriculture is beginning efforts to get consent to treat target properties for the invasive Japanese beetle, and an effort is underway to get Senate and House leadership to address several important topics in the new farm bill.
SE Crop Forecast and Farm Bill Priorities
The Agribusiness Update
Southeastern U.S. crop forecast from USDA, and an effort is underway to get Senate and House leadership to address several important topics in the new farm bill.
USDA Adds Rural Broadband Funding and West Coast Ports Negotiations
The Agribusiness Update
USDA announces $20-million for rural broadband assistance, and West Coast ports continue contract negotiations between Pacific Maritime and International Longshore and Warehouse Union.
USDA Watershed Projects in North Carolina and ASF Vaccine Tested
The Agribusiness Update
Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack announces funding for watershed infrastructure projects in North Carolina, and African Swine Fever vaccine passes first round of tests.
Russian River Irrigation Restrictions and Farm Bill Survey
The Agribusiness Update
Farmers and ranchers are likely to see further irrigation restrictions in California's Russian River watershed, and Purdue University releases results from a survey on consumers opinions on the next Farm bill.
EPA Helps Gulf Region Farmers and China to Raise Pork Tariffs
The Agribusiness Update
The EPA announces $12-million to help farmers in Gulf of Mexico watershed, and China set to raise pork import tariffs.
New CFAP2 Deadline and Ag Exports on Record Pace
The Agribusiness Update
The deadline is coming to apply for the updated CFAP 2 assistance, and Ag Exports on record pace this year.
Cattlemen's College in Nashville and USDA Invests in Rural Healthcare
The Agribusiness Update
The 28th Annual Cattlemen's College was held in Nashville last week as part of the NCBA Trade Show, and USDA invests $500-million in rural healthcare.
Pandemic-related Eating Habits and USTR Talks with China
The Agribusiness Update
The pandemic eating habits are fading while others linger, and US Trade Representative Katherine Tai speaks with China's Vice Premier about the importance of our trade relationship.
Palouse Conservation Grants
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Resources tripled for the grants in the Palouse Conservation District
OR Federal Judge Rules In Favor Of Grazing
The Agribusiness Update
Oregon Federal judge rules in favor of grazing in an Oregon case filed last year by several environmental groups claiming violation of a number of federal environmental policies.
Ag Outlook Seminars & EPA Grants
Northwest Report
Three grants have been awarded for projects here in the Northwest...being more profitable is the subject of an upcoming seminar in Idaho.
Drought Forecasts Around the State
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Drought hits hay growers and the Bureau of Reclamation releases May 2015 Total Water Supply Available forecast.
Creating Alternative Water Supplies & Workers Applying For DAPA and DACA
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Drought prompts Ecology to work with available funds to create alternative water supplies, and seasonal employers should take care when an employee asks for assistance with DAPA or DACA.
Local Water Management
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Water banking is one of Walla Walla Watershed Management Partnership's primary water management programs.
Water Education, Management and Research
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The Water and Environmental Center at Walla Walla Community College is a collaborative effort dedicated to water education, management, and research.