Author Archives: Syndicated Content

Idaho Snowpack Becoming Worrisome
The region is about seven weeks into the snow season, and while some areas are reporting very strong snowpacks, not everyone can say that. Erin Whorton with NRSC said the snow season is off...
Glenn Vaagen Dec 17, 2024

Researchers Look To Understand How Freezes Impact Apple Trees
New research launched this fall at Washington State University looks to help apple growers better understand how their trees respond to increasingly unpredictable cold snaps that freeze buds and destr...
Glenn Vaagen Dec 17, 2024

AgroLiquid Announces Acquisition of Monty’s Plant Food
Last week, AgroLiquid, which focuses on crop liquid fertilizer solutions, announced the acquisition of Monty's Plant Food Company which specializes in soil health and plant nutrition technology. The a...
Glenn Vaagen Dec 17, 2024

Time With Terrantic: Making The Impossible, Possible
In today's segment, Trevor Cox talks about what needs to happen for things we once thought were impossible to become a reality. If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) ...
Glenn Vaagen Dec 17, 2024

Oil Prices Move Up Slightly Thanks To Economic Concerns
Typically, this time of year is lighter, and even a little slower in the world of business and economics, as many of us prepare for the holidays and the end of the year. But that is not nec...
Glenn Vaagen Dec 17, 2024

Aquaculture Sales Increase 26% In Five Years
According to the latest census numbers, total sales of aquaculture products in 2023 hit $1.9 billion, an increase of 26% from 2018. NASS says in 2023, there were 3,453 aquaculture farms wit...
Glenn Vaagen Dec 17, 2024

CoBank Report Shows Forces Shaping the 2025 Rural Economy
The U.S. continues benefiting from solid economic growth, low unemployment, and moderating inflation, and the overall economy will likely continue on that trajectory next year. However, the...
Glenn Vaagen Dec 17, 2024

Wheat Shipment Expected to Rise
The USDA’s monthly wheat outlook shows an expected jump in export forecasts because of weaker exports from Russia and the European Union. Wheat shipments will total 850 mill...
Pacific Northwest Ag Network Dec 17, 2024

Beef Expert: 2024 Has Been Unique
This has been an interesting year in the beef market. Lance Zimmerman, RaboResearch beef analyst, said demand remains high despite tighter supplies and higher prices. “Right no...
Pacific Northwest Ag Network Dec 17, 2024

EU Reaches Significant Trade Agreement
Earlier this month, the European Union reached an agreement with Brazil, Argentina, and the three other nations that make up the Mercosur trade alliance. Even as France says it will push the con...
Pacific Northwest Ag Network Dec 17, 2024


