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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Increasing Beef Imports Didn't Help Consumers, Hurt U.S. Producer
The plan to import more beef sounded good in headlines, but the reality is hitting ranchers way harder than consumers. Continue reading…
23h ago
Future of Farming: The Impact FFA Has On Farm Kids & Non-Farm Kid
Local FFA chapters are shaping the next generation of young people, thanks to dedicated volunteers and teachers putting in the work behind the scenes. Continue reading…
23h ago
Sanders Looks At Cattle Prices, Local Hay Quality
Feeder cattle led the charge last week, with prices climbing higher despite lighter trading volume across Washington sale barns. Continue reading…
23h ago
OSP Investigating Poaching Of Trophy-Class Bull Elk
A prized six-by-six bull elk turned up dead in Oregon's Grant County, and state police need your help solving the crime. Continue reading...
23h ago
Drone Usage Has Increased In American Farming Nationwide
Farmers are spraying millions more acres with drones this year, and it's changing how they handle tricky terrain and tight schedules. Continue reading...
Oct 19, 2026
Judge Puts USDA Reorganization On Hold
A federal judge just pumped the brakes on a major USDA overhaul, saying the Administration needs Congress to sign off first before reshuffling offices and workers across the country. Continue reading…
Oct 19, 2026
Farmers Will See Increased ARC/PLC Payments Starting This Year
Farmers are getting a boost this year, with higher payment limits and the flexibility to receive whichever program pays more, ARC or PLC. Continue reading…
Oct 19, 2026
Odor Complaints Target Mexico's Screwworm Fly Facility
The smell from a new sterile fly plant in southern Mexico is so bad, schools changed their schedules to escape it. Continue reading…
Oct 19, 2026
Are Trade Tariffs Interfering in U.S. Midterm Elections?
Tension between Washington and Ottawa over tariffs is heating up, with the U.S. raising questions about what counts as political interference. Continue reading…
Oct 19, 2026
New Plant Bioscience Research Building Opens On WSU's Campus
A brand new research hub just opened in Pullman, WA, designed to tackle some of agriculture's biggest challenges for farmers across the region. Continue reading...
Oct 16, 2026
Despite Production Increase, U.S. Wheat Crop Remains Small
Farmers are watching tight margins as production climbs but prices fall. It's a balancing act reshaping the market right now. Continue reading...
Oct 16, 2026
2026 Hazelnut Crop Expected To Set Another Record
Oregon hazelnut production keeps breaking records. This year could be even bigger if forecasts hold up. Continue reading…
Oct 16, 2026
Wine Minute: Red Blotch Research
One of the biggest issues facing grape growers across Oregon is red blotch. What's the latest when it comes to fighting this disease? OSU's Robert Orpet discusses his research. Continue reading...
Oct 16, 2026
Oregon Hosting Meetings To Address Insurance & Wildfires
State officials are hosting free sessions across Oregon to help wildfire-prone homeowners navigate insurance troubles and find coverage options. Continue reading…
Oct 16, 2026
Farm Bureau: Use Caution When It Comes To Section 180 Deductions
Farmers banking on residual fertility tax breaks could face major IRS pushback and unexpected bills down the road. Continue reading…
Oct 16, 2026
OSP Investigating Elk Poached In Yamhill County
Poachers left behind a five-by-five bull elk in Gopher Valley. State police are asking the community for help solving it. Continue reading…
Oct 16, 2026
Data Centers, Farm Country's New Neighbor
Data centers are moving into farm country, forcing tough choices between immediate income and long-term food security. Continue reading…
Oct 16, 2026
Lamb Producers Make Case for Import Safeguards
American sheep farmers are fighting back against a "flood of imports" that's squeezed their profits and market share over the past two decades. Continue reading...
Oct 16, 2026
National FFA Convention Set To Draw 70,000-Plus To Indianapolis
Over 70,000 FFA members are heading to Indianapolis next week for the biggest agricultural education event of the year. Continue reading…
Oct 16, 2026
Oregon Awarded Millions For Specialty Crop Programs
Oregon's getting nearly $2.7 million in federal funding to boost everything from hazelnuts to Christmas trees across 13 different agricultural projects. Continue reading...
Oct 15, 2026
