Pacific Northwest Ag Network

Pacific Northwest cherry growers needed a strong 2026 season to get back on solid footing. So far, prices remain below what many need to break even, and some acreage near The Dalles has been abandoned entirely.

More than 2,300 beekeepers across the country reported losing close to 40% of their honeybee colonies over the past year, with winter taking the heaviest toll on hives nationwide.

A veterinary student graduating with $150,000 in debt has a hard time saying yes to a rural farm job that pays $50,000 less than other options. That math is pushing new vets away from the farms that need them most.

More than 31 million acres of federal land across Oregon can't be taxed by local governments, so a federal program sends counties annual payments to help cover schools, fire protection, and road upkeep.

The H2A visa program has long helped fruit and vegetable farms bring in seasonal workers, but dairy farmers and fish hatcheries have been left out — a new bill wants to change that.

A new USDA program called SPUR is putting real money — up to $500 million — behind smaller beef processors, with the goal of giving ranchers across the country more places to bring their cattle to market.

Some familiar Pacific Northwest wine and spirits brands, including Willamette Valley Vineyards and King Estate, now move through Columbia Distributing after a deal with Republic National closed July 1 in Oregon and Washington.

The USDA is revising 32 farming conservation standards after hearing directly from producers nationwide, with changes covering everything from livestock pipelines to water storage during dry seasons.

The USMCA trade agreement has a built-in exit clause — any country can walk away with six months notice. But under U.S. law, only Congress can actually dissolve it, which puts President Trump in a tricky spot.

Phosphate fertilizer is one of the biggest input costs for crop farmers, and a new federal duty suspension could lower those prices by about 22% heading into fall planting prep.

U.S. Wheat Associates welcomes Washington's Mike Carstensen as Vice Chairman, aiming to enhance international markets for local wheat growers.

A series of free webinars kicks off July 7 for dairy farmers, covering anaerobic digesters, carbon credits, and strategies for enhancing renewable energy and reducing emissions.

Casey Jentz from the American Angus Association shares insights on how ranchers can improve herd quality and meet the growing demand for high-quality beef.

The Washington Wine Industry Foundation's $40,000 scholarship announcement features ten students eager to shape the future of viticulture and enology, each with their own inspiring vision.

Despite recent military strikes near the Strait of Hormuz causing slight oil price fluctuations, gas prices are steadily dropping in Washington and nearby states this week.

Oregon's power companies are gearing up for wildfire season with new plans involving community consultations and the possibility of power shutoffs in high-risk areas.

2026 kicks off with 158 farm bankruptcies amid rising agricultural costs, revealing the difficult landscape for local farmers trying to keep their

Julie Garden Robinson shares budget-friendly vacation tips, highlighting simple strategies like packing snacks and choosing accommodations with kitchens to save on food costs while traveling.

Honoring 250-year-old family farms, the USDA and NASDA launch a program to celebrate agricultural heritage as the U.S. approaches its 250th birthday, emphasizing the importance of stewardship across generations.

The USDA's new $105 million initiative includes 40 projects aimed at improving sterile fly production and creating effective traps for the New World screwworm.

Farmers in New York can now apply for grants to ease the burden of trade tariffs, thanks to Governor Hochul's new $30 million initiative aimed at keeping local farms thriving.