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Marbled Murrelet Protection Bill
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Washington legislators push for a task force to ensure increased protection efforts for the endangered Marbled Murrelet will not hurt local economies.
AgVocating at the Fair
Land & Livestock Report
Ag Blogger and first generation Washington dairy farmer Krista Stauffer shares some ways that all of us in ag can advocate while at the fair.
My Dairy Cows Are Not Abused
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
A new video blog is showing the world that there are good farming operations out there.
Firm Commitment to Dams and Infrastructure
Farm of the Future
Every now and then the anti-dam activists make a bit of a ruckus, demanding the removal of dams on our nation's water ways. This usually draws concern from those in the ag industry — especially those who rely on the rivers as transportation for their product.
Beef Industry Intern Application Open Now
Land & Livestock Report
Attention college graduate-level, seniors and juniors — there is an exciting intern opportunity with the National Cattlemen's Beef Association and the Public Lands Council available for spring 2016.
Snake River Lock Closures Announced for End of 2016
Farm of the Future
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced a 14-week extended lock closure on the Snake River System. The planned outage will take place from mid-December 2016 through March of 2017.
After Baby Un-diet
Land & Livestock Report
Millennial parents is the demographic focus for beef industry — those who are 25 to 34 and just beginning to cook at home and for their families. And in order to reach this demographic the Washington Beef Commission Director of Digital Strategies Bridgett Coon will be hosting a video series on her blog, RanchWifeLife.com, the After Baby Un-Diet.
Snake River Dredging Happening Now
Farm of the Future
It was a long time coming but earlier this week, the U.S. Corp of Engineers began dredging on the Snake River following the January 5th federal court ruling in favor of the federal government.
Ask A Farmer Provides Answers
Farm of the Future
Those of us involved in ag often spend time answering questions about agriculture of family and friends not involved in agriculture. I'm always looking for informative social media active people and groups who are responding positively to consumers questions about ag.
High Cattle Prices May Make Cattle Rustling More Tempting
Land & Livestock Report
Recently in the region, there have been an uptick in reports of missing or stolen cattle. In Southern Idaho — one rancher has lost 25 pair and another is missing 41 pair — and in Oregon there have been reports of new calves being stolen.
Big Apple Media Tour Brings Farmers to Consumers
Land & Livestock Report
Producers who are willing to engage consumers in conversations about food and and ag practices are important especially with most of the public two to three generations removed from the farm or ranch.
Common Ground Provides Uncommon Platform
Land & Livestock Report
If you have ever wondered how to go about beginning the conversation with consumers about production agriculture and food — Common Ground can be a powerful resource. You can find this organization at findourcommondground.com.
USDA Has Possible Revision to Beef Grading Standards
Land & Livestock Report
It has been 17 years since the current standards for the Grades of Carcass Beef were adopted. The Agricultural Marketing Service just closed the comment period for any future revisions but as NCBA Executive Director of Legislative Affairs, Kristina Butts explains, if producers didn't comment, they still can have a voice in the process.
Kristi Gundersen I am the USPB
Farm of the Future
Today I'm speaking with Kristi Gundersen. She is part of a family-held fresh table stock operation that has the sixth generation family members involved. Knutzen Farms located in Northwestern Washington's fertile Skagit Valley.
Water Resources Reform and Development Act Signed into Law
Farm of the Future
Last week the Water Resources Reform and Development Act was signed into law. Executive Director of the Pacific Northwest Waterways Association Kristin Meira explains why this should matter to PNW farmers.
Farm Bill Conferees Hold Their First Public Meeting Wednesday
Land & Livestock Report
The House and Senate conferees have held their first public meeting to hammer a compromised farm bill.
NCBA's Top Priority is Completed Farm Bill by Year's End
Land & Livestock Report
With farm bill conferees named the National Cattlemen's Beef Association continues to make a full farm bill before the year's end their number one priority on the hill.
Benefits of Snake River Barging Continue to Grow
Farm of the Future
For the first time in eight years, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is the process of filing for routine maintenance dredging near the Snake River dams.
Farm Bill on to Conference
Land & Livestock Report
The 2013 Farm Bill continues moving through the legislative process, but with its many moving parts -- how it will end is anyone's guess.
Reauthorization of Animal Drug User Fee Act Needed
Land & Livestock Report
The reauthorization of Animal Drug User Fee Act is one of the top priorities for the National Cattlemen's Beef Association.