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
Sentiment Continues To Fall, Future Doesn't Look Too Bright
Farmer sentiment dipped for the third straight month in August, with the Purdue University-CME Group Ag Economy Barometer falling 10 points to 125. Continue reading…
23h ago
Dairy Heifer Inventories Will Shrink Further
The U.S. dairy industry is facing a possible shortage of its most important resource – milk cows. Continue reading…
23h ago
WSU On-Line Class Looks To Help Washington Forest Owners
Starting Friday September 5th, central Washington landowners can learn how to plan a safe and prosperous future for their woodland through an online course hosted by WSU Extension. Continue reading…
23h ago
Oregon Grower Talks About Challenges Finding Workers
Finding enough labor is a key concern for U.S. agriculture, especially in the fruit and vegetable sector. Continue reading…
23h ago
Court Rules Against Reciprocal Tariffs
The Federal Court of Appeals has decided President Trump does not have the power to set tariffs on imports. Continue reading…
23h ago
Vote On ODOT Bill Delayed In Oregon Senate
A massive transportation funding package will wait until September 17th for its final vote in Oregon’s Senate. Continue reading…
23h ago
Cosmic Crisp Popularity Continues To Grow
The Cosmic Crisp apple, developed at Washington State University, has proven itself to be a very popular apple variety in a field that’s somewhat crowded. Continue reading…
23h ago
Livestock Industry Continues To Monitor Human NWS Closely
Colin Woodall, CEO of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, said while the cattle industry will continue to monitor the human NWS situation, this isn’t a risk to the U.S. livestock industry. Continue reading…
23h ago
Trade Deficit Hits All-Time High in 2025
Bloomberg said the value of agricultural exports trailed that of imports by $4.1 billion in June, a gap 14% wider than a year earlier. Continue reading…
23h ago
Denver Lamb Jamb Tour 2025 a Big Success
Organizers say the 2025 Lamb Jam Tour visited Denver on August 20 and was a great success Continue reading…
23h ago
La Nina May Develop Again This Winter
The National Weather Service recently issued a La Nina watch, meaning the possibility of the global weather pattern returning later this year, or into early next. Continue reading…
Sep 02, 2025
Idaho Cattle Producers Expect To Feel Encouraged For A While
While 2025 has been a challenge for a variety of Northwest farmers and producers, one sector that has enjoyed more wins than losses this year is ranching. Continue reading…
Sep 02, 2025
Northwest Grain Growers Encouraged Monitor Harvest Loss
Input costs are high, commodity prices are low, so grain farmers can’t afford to leave yield in the field. Continue reading…
Sep 02, 2025
New Clean Water Rule To Clarify WOTUS Definition
The Trump administration is expected to soon propose a new Clean Water Act rule that could eliminate federal protections for many wetlands across the U.S. Continue reading…
Sep 02, 2025
Price at the Pump: Weak U.S. Economy & Oil Inventories
Oil prices really can’t determine where they want to go. Oil prices fell Friday as many traders looked toward weaker demand in the United States, as well as an anticipated boost in supply in the coming months thanks to OPEC. Continue reading&he...
Sep 02, 2025
New Labor Decision Removes Some Burden On Farmer, AFBF Says
A federal court recently decided that elements of the 2023 Adverse Effect Wage Rate Rule should be eliminated. Continue reading…
Sep 02, 2025
Prices Producers Received In July Dipped
According to the latest numbers from NASS, the July Prices Received Index decreased 1.4% from June but increased 11% from July 2024. Continue reading…
Sep 02, 2025
U.S. And Canadian Cattle Inventory Down 1%
All cattle and calves in the United States and Canada combined to total 106 million head on July 1, 2025, which was down 1% from the 107 million head on July 1, 2023 Continue reading…
Sep 02, 2025
Make Sure Your Tailgate Party Is A Safe One
It's time for football. Whether prep, college or pros, die hard football fans get their fix for the next few months. That also means in many cases tailgating, whether at the stadium field, even the comfort of a backyard. Continue reading…
Sep 02, 2025
Tewalt Talks About Key Role Trade Plays In Idaho Ag
Every year, international trade becomes more important for the Idaho farming community. Continue reading…
Aug 29, 2025
