Author Archives: Syndicated Content

Focus On Fruit: Out Of Cycle Purchase Request
Pear Bureau Northwest recently requested an Out of Cycle Purchase from USDA. Why, and what impact does that have on local growers and the industry? PBNW Executive Director CarrieAnn Arias, has the det...
Glenn Vaagen Oct 02, 2025

Wine Research Applications Being Accepted
The Washington State Wine Commission is now accepting viticulture and enology research proposals for the year ahead. Continue reading…
Glenn Vaagen Oct 02, 2025

As 2025 Draws To A Close, What Will Impact The Livestock Sector
As we continue to barrel toward the final months of 2025, what can ranchers expect as the year comes to a close. Continue reading…
Glenn Vaagen Oct 02, 2025

Northwest Lawmakers Want Phosphate Labeled A Critical Mineral
Earlier this week, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson, and a host of other Northwest lawmakers, signed a letter to Interior Secretary Doug Burgum in support of phosphate being included on the 2025 Critica...
Glenn Vaagen Oct 02, 2025

Lack Of A Farm Bill Remains Top Concern For NFU
National Farmers Union recently held their annual legislative fly-in to Washington, D.C. One of the top concerns that members raised was the continued lack of a farm bill. Continue reading…
Glenn Vaagen Oct 02, 2025

Farm Income Moving Up, But Is That Good News?
USDA has updated its farm sector income forecast for 2025 and projects rising incomes countered by rising costs. Continue reading…
Glenn Vaagen Oct 02, 2025

Wheat Export Inspections Decline Week to Week
USDA data showed inspections of wheat for overseas delivery declined week to week, while corn and soybean assessments increased. Continue reading…
Glenn Vaagen Oct 02, 2025

Gatorade and Cheetos are among the Pepsi products getting a natural dye makeover
Pepsi has a new challenge: Keeping products like Gatorade and Cheetos vivid and colorful without the artificial dyes that U.S. consumers are increasingly rejecting
ABC News: Top Stories Oct 02, 2025

Tesla reports surprise increase in sales in third quarter
Tesla reported a surprise increase in sales in the third-quarter as the electric car maker likely benefited from a rush by consumers to take advantage of a $7,500 credit before it expired on Sept. 30
ABC News: Top Stories Oct 02, 2025

WIC program at risk of running out of funds if government shutdown stretches on
Some experts said WIC recipients may start to see their benefits impacted if the government stretches on for weeks.
ABC News: Top Stories Oct 02, 2025

