The Pacific Northwest Ag Network Report airs daily, Monday through Friday, during the 5, 6, and 7 AM hours on 920 News Now. Glenn Vaagen and the Pacific Northwest Ag Network team bring you the most in-depth ag news focused on products grown across the region each morning. They connect you with the latest research at WSU, OSU, and the University of Idaho, commodity group leaders, and state and federal lawmakers.
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5 Things You're Paying More for in Washington State in 2025
Besides gas, here are five things that have skyrocketed in price in Washington State. Continue reading…
5h ago
Oregon Suit Over Dams Resumes
Last week, Governor Tina Kotek announced the renewal of litigation against the federal government, saying the state is looking to protect vulnerable salmon runs. Continue reading…
7h ago
Wolves Have Impact On Ranchers, OSU Study Finds
A new study from Oregon State University-Extension links wolf presence to livestock revenue losses, as well as increased costs. Continue reading…
7h ago
Washington Commodities On Display At State Fair
The Washington State Fair, which is celebrating its 125th anniversary this year, is highlighting the top commodities grown in the state with an interactive display. Continue reading…
7h ago
Future Of Farming: Best Way To Share Ag With The Next Generation
Speaking to the next generation about anything is a challenge. Emily Sorensen, the Idaho FFA secretary has insights when it comes to speaking to young people. Continue reading…
7h ago
NW Drivers Reminded To Watch For Farm Vehicles During Harvest
This is a busy time of year, as many of our commodities are being harvested, from the final wheat fields, to apples, grapes, potatoes, and a host of other products. And harvest means a bump in traffic around farms and ranches. Continue reading…
7h ago
Central Oregon Irrigation Starts To Ramp Down
As the irrigation season draws to a close across the Northwest, the Central Oregon Irrigation District has announced starting Monday, September 15th, flows will be lowered to 75%. Continue reading…
7h ago
Comments On Roadless Rule Due By Friday
Last month, Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins announced plans to rescind the 2001 Roadless Rule by opening a public comment period. Continue reading…
7h ago
Bureau of Land Management Plans to Scrap Conservation Leasing Rul
The Bureau of Land Management has begun the process of rolling back the Biden Administration’s rule allowing conservation leases on its land. Continue reading…
7h ago
Butter Price Continues to Drop
Butter prices have fallen to their lowest level since November 2021, dropping to $1.96 1/2 per pound on the close of Wednesday. Continue reading…
7h ago
Canadian Canola Industry Is Not Happy
The Canadian government has announced that it is investing $370 Million in a biofuels industry, in part, to help shore up Canada’s struggling canola industry. Continue reading…
7h ago
Spokane Area Farmer Fined $100K
The Washington Department of Ecology fined a Spokane County farmer $100,000 for allegedly repeatedly irrigating 69 acres at Wild Rose Prairie, near Deer Park, without authorization. Continue reading…
Sep 12, 2025
U of I Unveils New Pollinator Garden
In an effort to attract bumble bees, humming birds and other pollinators, University of Idaho Extension recently opened its new pollinator garden. Continue reading…
Sep 12, 2025
The BBB Was Good, But Washington Farmers Need More
While many portions of the Farm Bill were addressed in the Big, Beautiful Bill, there are still some gaps that farm country needs addressed. Continue reading…
Sep 12, 2025
Wine Minute: Frame 2 Results
What kind of results has the ongoing Frame 2 Research at Washington State University resulted? We put that question before WSU's Michelle Moyer to find out. Continue reading…
Sep 12, 2025
This Sector Has Room To Grow
Beef-on-Dairy has evolved over recent years from a niche market to a sizable part of the beef industry. Continue reading…
Sep 12, 2025
Washington Company Advances In Innovation Challenge
The American Farm Bureau Federation announced this week that four start-up companies, including one from Washington, have advanced in the 2026 Farm Bureau Ag Innovation Challenge. Continue reading…
Sep 12, 2025
Is A Government Shutdown On The Horizon?
A government shutdown looms less than three-weeks away and lawmakers still can’t agree on how to avert it and the impact it could have on constituents, including farmers and ranchers. Continue reading…
Sep 12, 2025
EAB Reported In Portland Area
The Oregon Department of Agriculture announced this week that the destructive emerald ash borer has spread to Multnomah County. Continue reading…
Sep 12, 2025
Trump Administration Sets Stage for H-2A Farmworker Wage Reforms
The Trump administration is making another run at reforming the way H-2A minimum wage rates for farmworkers are set Continue reading…
Sep 12, 2025
