Author Archives: Syndicated Content
Average US long-term mortgage rate falls to 6.19%, near its low for the year
The average rate on a 30-year U.S. mortgage fell again this week, slipping close to its low point so far this year
Dec 04, 2025
Confidence Among Crop Producers Moves Higher
Thanks to rising corn and soybean prices, as well as improved export prospects, farmer sentiment strengthened in November. Continue reading…
Dec 04, 2025
CBD Wants A National Gray Wolf Plan
Earlier this week, the Center for Biological Diversity announced its plans to sue the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service if a national gray wolf recovery plan is not developed. Continue reading…
Dec 04, 2025
Focus On Fruit: Meet Pear Bureau's Barb Ruhs
Barb Ruhs is one of the newest members at Pear Bureau Northwest. During today's Focus On Fruit, she talks about her plans to encourage consumers to eat healthier, which includes more pears in the...
Dec 04, 2025
OPINION: Beef's Future Depends on Demand
My husband and I started selling beef directly to consumers after a surprising conversation at a class on how to grow our business. Continue reading…
Dec 04, 2025
Sugarbeet School Set For Thursday In Southern Idaho
Sugarbeet growers from across the Northwest will be in Boise Thursday, for the 2025 University of Idaho Snake River Sugarbeet Conference. Continue reading…
Dec 04, 2025
Research Shows Stagnant Biosecurity Efforts in Dairy
New research shows that U.S. dairy farmers are more reactive than proactive when it comes to on-farm biosecurity. Continue reading…
Dec 04, 2025
Negative Margins Pressuring Farmers AFBF Says
A recent Report from the American Farm Bureau Federation shows that financial stress is severe and persistent across farm country. Continue reading…
Dec 04, 2025
Idaho Farm Equipment Dealer Sues Tractor Manufacturer
Idaho-based Burks Tractor has filed a lawsuit against Monarch Tractor. The suit accuses the California-based startup of breach of contract and warranty violations after its tractors failed to operate ...
Dec 04, 2025
Duvall Stresses The Need Of Economic Aid To Ag Secretary
“Secretary Rollins understands the need for economic aid," Duvall noted. "This is all part of an ongoing conversation,..." Continue reading…
Dec 04, 2025
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