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.
PNW AG Network News
Could More SE Washington Wolves be Removed?
Wolves keep attacking livestock in southeast Washington, and officials are running out of patience with the problem. Continue reading…
15h ago
Save Family Farming Takes Issue With "Falsified UCLA Report"
A local farm advocacy group is pushing back hard against a UCLA report they say unfairly attacks Washington farmers and misrepresents how the agricultural workforce actually operates. Continue reading…
16h ago
Over A Dozen Idaho Couties Designated Natural Disaster Areas
Fourteen Idaho counties just got federal disaster relief after months of brutal drought. Farmers can now tap emergency loans to rebuild. Continue reading…
16h ago
National Winter Wheat Plantings Behind Five-Year Average
As of early September, only a fraction of planned winter wheat acreage has made it into the ground across America. Continue reading…
16h ago
Wine Minute: Progress Made In Ongoing Smoke Exposure Research
Washington State University's Tom Collins talks about ongoing efforts to protect grapes during local or regional wildfire events. Continue reading...
16h ago
Plans To Move Horses In SE Oregon Put On Hold
A planned wild horse rescue on Riddle Mountain hit a legal roadblock just days before it was supposed to start. Continue reading…
16h ago
Good Sam Program Will Allow Trout Unlimited to Clear NCW Mine
A new federal permit just opened the door for nonprofits to tackle water pollution from old hardrock mines across the region. Continue reading…
16h ago
Chavez-DeRemer Advocates For Data Centers
Former Oregon Congresswoman Lori ChavezDeRemer is now advising data center companies, pushing the idea that these facilities can bring jobs and economic growth to local communities. Continue reading…
16h ago
Oregon Weed Board Looking To Fill Three Positions
The Oregon State Weed Board is looking for three new members to tackle noxious weeds across the state starting in 2027. Continue reading…
16h ago
NW Spring Wheat Harvest Nearly Complete
Farmers are seeing a quicker spring wheat harvest this year compared to recent seasons. By early September, most of the nation's crop was already in storage, with South Dakota leading the way to completion. Continue reading...
Sep 10, 2026
Canada Has Taken Advantage Of Us, Trump Notes
Starting September 29th, Canadian dairy and other goods face a U.S. ban as Trump pushes back on what he sees as unfair trade practices hurting American farmers. Continue reading…
Sep 10, 2026
As U.S.-Canada Trade Fight Deepens, Farmers Feel It
Canada just hit American goods with tariffs up to 50%, and farmers are caught in the middle of this trade showdown. Continue reading…
Sep 10, 2026
Grants Available For Fruit Growers To Replace Diesel Equipment
Tree fruit growers in Washington now have access to grants for swapping out old diesel equipment for cleaner alternatives. Continue reading…
Sep 10, 2026
Tentative Shut-Off Schedule Out For Central Oregon Irrigators
Farmers and ranchers in Central Oregon should mark their calendars. The irrigation district's shutoff schedule is coming, but nothing's set in stone yet. Continue reading...
Sep 10, 2026
Unions File Suit To Stop USDA Reorganization
Union leaders say the USDA reorganization is illegal and could gut the agency's ability to help farmers and run nutrition programs. Continue reading...
Sep 10, 2026
Putting A Resiliency Plan In Place On Your Farm
Most farmers don't have a real plan for when things go wrong. Nationwide's pushing the idea that spotting problems early keeps operations running smoother. Continue reading...
Sep 10, 2026
OPINION: Preparing The Farm Bureau Leaders Of The Future
Tired of confusing farm news? Farm Bureau Intel cuts through the noise and explains what it all means for your operation. Continue reading…
Sep 10, 2026
Watch For Wildfire Relief Scams
Scammers are working overtime this wildfire season. Before you donate or share personal details, take a breath and verify who you're actually helping. Continue reading...
Sep 10, 2026
What Does Credit Say About The Farm Economy?
Farmers are borrowing more than ever, and those interest rates are hitting record highs. Experts say it's time to talk about what that means for agriculture. Continue reading...
Sep 10, 2026
Black Sea Conflict Keeps Pressure on Global Wheat Market
The war in Ukraine is shaking up global wheat markets in ways that could affect what you pay for bread and pasta at the grocery store. Continue reading…
Sep 10, 2026
