AG INFORMATION NETWORK OF THE WEST

Tuesday Jun 16th, 2026

New World Screwworm - Don't Panic

Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Confirmed cases of New World Screwworm bring reasons for vigilance, but not panic.

Tuesday Jun 16th, 2026

Fertilizer Prices Plunge and USDA Staffing Shortages

The Agribusiness Update
Fertilizer prices have retreated sharply in recent weeks as concerns over prolonged supply disruptions tied to tensions in the Middle East have eased, and ag and conservation groups want staffing shortages at USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service and Farm Service Agency addressed.

Thursday Jun 11th, 2026

Graduate student potato tour.

Idaho Ag Today
Ten University of Idaho graduate students who participated in a recent tour of the state’s potato industry witnessed the full supply chain.

Tuesday Jun 2nd, 2026

Could Tea Be California’s Next Specialty Crop?

California Ag Today
UC researchers are exploring whether tea can provide a high-value opportunity for growers adapting to changing agricultural realities.

Thursday May 21st, 2026

Higher Heat Moving Almonds to Earlier Harvest

California Tree Nut Report

Monday May 18th, 2026

Watch for Leaffotted Bug in Almonds

California Tree Nut Report

Thursday May 14th, 2026

USDA reinstates IAMP

Idaho Ag Today
USDA reinstates large U of I grant. The largest grant in the University of Idaho’s history has been reinstated in its entirety after a yearlong pause.

Thursday May 14th, 2026

Almond Spring Diseases in Kern County

California Tree Nut Report

Wednesday May 6th, 2026

Ag Talk Tuesday

Idaho Ag Today
University of Idaho Extension is launching a new season of Ag Talk Tuesday, a popular program.

Wednesday May 6th, 2026

Cover Crop Decisions

California Tree Nut Report

Monday May 4th, 2026

Supplemental Disaster Relief

Idaho Ag Today
A second round of USDA Supplemental Disaster Relief Program payments are being issued.

Thursday Apr 30th, 2026

Recycled Almond Orchards and Soil Nitrogen

California Tree Nut Report

Tuesday Apr 28th, 2026

Storm Relief Window Widens in Georgia

Southeast Regional Ag News
As drought and wildfires persist, farmers gain additional time to secure critical recovery assistance.

Monday Apr 27th, 2026

E15 Can Offset High Gas Prices and Help Corn Farmers at The Same Time

Line on Agriculture
Renewable Fuels Association President and CEO, Geoff Cooper highlights the role of ethanol in energy security, especially amid high fuel prices and global tensions. He emphasizes the challenges in year-round E15 sales and calls for Congress to pass legislation to allow it permanently.