Glenn Vaagen

Hi, my name is Glenn. I'm the Program Director of the Pacific Northwest Ag Network. I've been blessed with multiple national farm broadcasting awards, receiving the 2019 Editor's Choice award, as well as the 2020 Excellence in Ag Reporting award from the National Association of Farm Broadcasters. I started my radio career as the Program and News Director at KMAX-AM in Colfax, WA. I also served as a reporter/anchor at KXLY-AM in Spokane, WA. Before launching the PNW Ag Network, I served as the Program and News Director for KBNW-AM/FM in Bend, OR. While there, our station was recognized for reporting excellence by the Oregon Association of Broadcasters in 2009. I'm a former University of Idaho football player, currently, I'm married with four children.

2025 Northwest Cherry Crop Up Year-Over-Year

Northwest Cherries announced Monday that 15.3 million 20-pound boxes have been shipped this season.

Despite Concerns From Oregon Senator, USDA Spending Bill Approved

The two USDA spending bills prioritize farming, nutrition, animal health, and food safety, while the Senate version spends almost $4 billion less than the House’s version

Don’t Skip Wellness Appointments Idaho Vet Warns

Whether you’re taking animals on the road this summer, or your staying home, it’s important to keep the health and wellbeing of your herd or flocks in mind.

Price at the Pump: Tight Inventories Pushing Prices Higher

Oil prices have moved higher over the past couple of weeks, but not for the reasons we’ve seen this year.

Trade, China Take Center Stage At Cattle Meeting

Tariffs and other trade issues were top of mind for cattle producers and other beef industry leaders during last week’s Cattle Industry Summer Business Meeting in San Diego, CA.

Administration Works To Ban Adversaries From Buying U.S. Farmland

The Trump Administration said it is taking steps to enhance food security and, in turn, national security.

Farmers for Free Trade Sounding Economic Alarm Regarding Tariffs

All summer, Farmers for Free Trade has been on the road and holding events called Tariff Town Halls in half a dozen states.

Simplot To Acquire Belgium-Based Clarebout

Simplot Company officials announced over the weekend intensions to acquire the operating business of Clarebout Potatoes headquartered in Belgium.

Drought Emergencies Declared In Two Oregon Counties

Due to the very dry conditions, Oregon’s Governor declared the first and second drought emergencies of the year on Friday.

Future of Farming: Meet Consumers Where They Are

When it comes to sharing the story of agriculture with those not familiar with farming, Josh Nelson, the 2024-2025 Idaho FFA Vice President says it's important to meet consumers where they are.