Author Archives: Syndicated Content
Northwest Sugarbeet Crop Looks To Be A Big One
While final numbers aren’t available just yet, this year’s Sugarbeet crop looks to be a very good one. Continue reading…
Nov 07, 2025
Wine Minute: Changes At WSU's V&E Program
There have been many exciting changes within Washington State University's Viticulture and Enology Program. Dr. Jean Dodson Peterson has a rundown of some of the most notable ones. Continue readi...
Nov 07, 2025
Decision Aid System Saves Industry Millions, WSU Notes
Washington State University is reminding potato growers of a tool that’s saving the industry nearly $10 million a year. Continue reading…
Nov 07, 2025
Phosphate and Potash are now Critical Minerals
The Fertilizer Institute celebrated the inclusion of phosphate and potash on the just-released Final List of Critical Minerals. Continue reading…
Nov 07, 2025
What Impact Do Women Have On Agriculture?
The United Nations is recognizing 2026 as the International Year of the Woman Farmer, with hopes of spotlighting the contributions of women in agriculture and agribusiness. Continue reading…
Nov 07, 2025
Ranchers Support Pearce Nomination to Lead BLM
The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association and the Public Lands Council announced their support this week for President Trump’s nomination of former Congressman Steve Pearce to serve as t...
Nov 07, 2025
USDA Revises November SNAP Distribution Plan
A recent USDA memo sent to state agencies this week said SNAP participants will get 65% of their typical monthly benefits, and not the 50% as first stated. Continue reading…
Nov 07, 2025
Justice temporarily pauses order requiring Trump admin to fully fund SNAP
A Supreme Court justice has temporarily paused a lower court's ruling requiring the Trump administration to fully fund the SNAP program by the end of the day Friday.
Nov 07, 2025
Mr. Smith Goes To Washington, Discusses Rural America
President Trump’s pick for USDA Rural Development Undersecretary Glen Smith testified at his Senate confirmation hearing this week. Continue reading…
Nov 07, 2025
No Plans To Open U.S. To Mexican Cattle Imports
Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins said this week the U.S. isn’t ready to open its border once again to cattle imports from Mexico. Continue reading…
Nov 07, 2025
