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WA Potato Commission Fund Raiser
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Washington Potato Commission out to raise $3-million to fund an endowed chair position at WSU to study soil biology and ecology.
Season of Thanks Means Taking Care of Mother Cows in Preparation for Calving
Land & Livestock Report
Season of Thanks Means Taking Care of Mother Cows in Preparation for Calving
Drone Use Up in Ag Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
WSU holding drone workshops to address growing uses for ag applications.
Drone Use Up in Ag Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The use of drones in agriculture is catching on and changing quickly.
Dam Spill Legislation Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
A backup plan from Representative Dan Newhouse could halt the spill increase over Lower Columbia and Snake River dams.
Drones in Agriculture Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Training for drone pilots as use in agriculture continues to grow.
Drones in Agriculture Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Drones making big changes in agriculture.
Drones in Agriculture Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
WSU Extension office in Prosser holds workshop for Agribusiness professionals looking to incorporate drones into their work.
Drones in Agriculture Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
WSU Extension office in Prosser holds workshop on drone use and certification.
Hirst Decision Costing Billions Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
State Supreme Court's Hirst ruling is costing the State of Washington $7-billion in unrealized economic activity.
More on Preparing for Breeding Season
Land & Livestock Report
This week we continue our conversation with Performix Nutrition Systems Animal Nutritional Consultant Dr. Boone Carter about considering your cows' nutritional needs now prior to breeding season — he says there are additional things to consider as well
Winter Nutrition For Your Cattle Herd
Land & Livestock Report
Performix Nutrition Systems Animal Nutritionist Boone Carter says it is important to remember the affect of winter weather on cattle's nutrient levels.
PerforMix Breaks Ground on New Plant
Land & Livestock Report
Recently PerforMix Nutrition Systems broke ground on a new plant that will be built in Rupert, Idaho. This is a strategically placed fourth plant in allow the company to increase production of its liquid feed supplement.
Ag Industry Raises Thousands for Good Cause & Emergency Visa Waivers
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
104 players participated in this year's Ag World Support Systems annual fund raising golf tournament in Kennewick, and State Department accepts WAFLA's petition for emergency visa waivers.
Ag World Golf Classic
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Last year the 1st annual Ag World Golf Classic raised more than $34,000 for the Spokane Ronald McDonald House. This year the Golf Classic will be held June 15 at the Canyon Lakes Country Club, located in Kennewick.
The Benefits of AI
Land & Livestock Report
Last week I spoke with Performix Nutrition Systems Animal Nutritionist and Consultant Marty Gill on why ranchers should really consider using artificial insemination — even though currently less than 10 percent of commercial beef producers are using AI in their herds.
The Female Face of Farming
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Pacific Northwest writer and photographer documents the rise of women in farming.
Importance of Fly Control for Livestock
Land & Livestock Report
Did you know that flies cost the North American cattle industry more than $1billion a year in losses and more than $60 million a year is spent on control methods?
Awareness of Grass Tetany and Understanding Risks
Land & Livestock Report
One of the sure signs that spring is truly here is when it it time to turn your cows out on early and lush grass pastures. This is also the very time to be aware of the potential of grass tetany.