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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Health Alert: Jam Recall Hits Washington Stores
Washington residents might want to check their pantry; there’s a jam recall that you need to know about. Continue reading…
Nov 21, 2025
WA and ORE Pacific Power Issues Warning on New Billing Scams
Pacific Power in Washington and Oregon is sounding the alarm on a new scam going on this holiday season. Continue reading…
Nov 20, 2025
Focus On Fruit: Cosmic Crisp In Mexico
In today's Focus On Fruit, Jenni Strong with the Washington Apple Commission discusses effort to promote the Cosmic Crisp in Mexico. Continue reading...
Nov 20, 2025
What Hunters in Eastern Washington Should Know About EHD Outbreak
It's a tough time for deer hunters in Eastern Washington as viral diseases sweep through local herds, leaving many concerned about their next hunting trip. Continue reading…
Nov 17, 2025
First Detection of Human Avian Influenza Confirmed In Washington
The Washington Department of Heath confirmed Friday a Grays Harbor resident was hospitalized with bird flu earlier this month. Continue reading…
Nov 17, 2025
Potato Sustainability Goals Similar To McDonald's
Sustainability is of growing importance for consumers and companies, meaning highlighting the successes in the farming community is becoming more and more important. Continue reading…
Nov 17, 2025
Small Fruit Research Conference Kicks Off This Week
The Northwest Center for Small Fruits Research Annual meeting takes place Tuesday and Wednesday in The Dalles, OR. Continue reading…
Nov 17, 2025
Idaho's Theiler Becomes USMEF Chair
At the U.S. Meat Export Federation’s annual strategic planning conference last week, the organization elected Jay Theiler as the new chair. Continue reading…
Nov 17, 2025
Future Of Farming: Agriculture Remains In Urban Washington
Many people don't realize that great farms still operate in western Washington's most populated counties. Washington FFA Reporter Kaylyn Bozeman talks about this often forgotten part of the state's Ag industry. Continue reading…
Nov 17, 2025
Administration Preparing Ag Tariff Carve-Outs
President Trump is preparing significant tariff cuts and new trade agreements aimed at easing high food prices, a top concern for voters heading into 2026. Continue reading…
Nov 17, 2025
Farm Families Coping with Dementia Workshop in Early 2026
If you’re concerned about someone in the farming community showing signs of dementia, you may be eligible for a free online series called Farm Families Coping with Dementia. Continue reading…
Nov 17, 2025
Black Sea Grain Port Attacked
Wheat markets were on alert Friday as traders assessed the impact of a major drone strike on Russia’s Black Sea port of Novorossiysk, a critical transit point for grain and crude oil exports, Continue reading…
Nov 17, 2025
CattleCon 2026 Prepares the Next Generation of Producers
College students and recent graduates are encouraged to attend CattleCon 2026 in Nashville, TN, February 3rd–5th. Continue reading…
Nov 17, 2025
John Deere Technology Reports Major Milestone
2025 has been an exciting year for the John Deere See and Spray Technology, which company official said hit a major milestone. Continue reading…
Nov 17, 2025
U.S. Wheat Industry Discusses Policy In Austin
The boards of directors of U.S. Wheat Associates and the National Association of Wheat Growers met last week in Austin, TX Continue reading…
Nov 17, 2025
Simpson Announces Funds For Idaho Ag Projects
On Thursday, Mike Simpson announced funds for the University of Idaho's CAFE, as well as the Bingham County Aquifer Data and Sustainability Project. Continue reading…
Nov 14, 2025
Khosla: WSU's Priorities Line Up With Mine
The Raj Khosla tenure at Washington State University’s College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences is less than three months old, but his presence is already being felt statewide. Continue reading…
Nov 14, 2025
Is This Really A La Niña?
It’s been over a month since the National Weather Service declared a La Nina, but here’s an interesting side note; this is the fifth time in six winters that we will be dealing with La Niña or La Niña-like conditions. Continue r...
Nov 14, 2025
Wine Minute: Preparing Vines For Winter
Washington State University's Dr. Marcus Keller talks about his latest research when it comes to preparing Northwest vineyard for cold winter weather. Continue reading…
Nov 14, 2025
Rollins Leads Trade Trip to Mexico City
Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins led the largest USDA agribusiness trade mission in the history of the United States to Mexico City last week. Continue reading…
Nov 14, 2025
