
Pacific Northwest Ag Network


Farm Income, Production Costs Continue To Climb
Farm income is sliding downward even as some commodity prices tick up. Production costs are the real problem, hitting record highs.

Farm Equipment Caught In U.S./Canada Trade Standoff
Canada's new tariffs on U.S. steel and aluminum start Tuesday, and farmers on both sides of the border are bracing for higher equipment costs.

Make Sure School Lunches Are Safe
The USDA has simple advice for parents packing school lunches. Hot foods need a preheated thermos, cold foods need an insulated bag, and brown paper bags just won't cut it.

AI Is Keeping An Eye Out For Bugs
Grain storage just got a technological upgrade. AI-powered cameras are now watching for insects around the clock, sending real-time alerts so farmers can catch infestations early and use only the pesticides they actually need.

OPINION: Celebrating Trailblazing Women in Agriculture
One-third of America's farmers and ranchers are women, quietly reshaping agriculture from the ground up with leadership that's finally getting its due.

USDA Funding Will Continue Into Early December
Congress just blocked a government shutdown that would've cut off farm loans, rural hospitals, and food assistance right before the midterms.

Louisiana Groundbreaking Looks To Address Fertilizer Struggles
After years of farmers struggling with fertilizer shortages and rising costs, Louisiana is building a major ammonia plant with help from the Department of Defense and Energy. The facility will start operating in 2029.

AFBF Urges U.S, Canada To Return To Restart Negotiations
American dairy products and farm equipment are now facing Canadian retaliatory tariffs following the administration's 50% tariff on Canadian imports.

NCBA Warns Against Weakening Beef Inspection Standards
Beef producers want less red tape, not weaker safety standards. They're pushing back against inspection changes that could hurt consumer trust.

USDA Says New Efforts Are In Place To Stave Off NWS
American ranchers can bring cattle back from Mexico with new safety rules in place. Every animal gets inspected twice in Mexico, screened by detector dogs at the border, and treated before entering U.S. pastures.
