Pacific Northwest Ag Network
WSDA Awards Farm To School Purchasing Grants
Grants will be used to serve high quality, nutritious and culturally relevant foods grown, raised, caught or foraged by producers in Washington state.
Washington Sees First Substantial Decline in Japanese Beetle Numbers, But Wider Distribution
WSDA Pest Program Manager Sven Spichiger says the community is the solution to eradicating the beetle, and that working together is necessary. Reports suggest WSDA is making progress with approximately half of the proposed treatment areas allowing them to treat properties for the beetle.
Oregon: South Coast Closes for Razor Clam Harvesting
ODA and ODFW announce the closure of razor clam harvesting from Cape Blanco to the California border due to rising levels of the marine biotoxin domoic acid.
Oregon Senators Announce Major Agricultural Investments In Recent FY24 Bill
Oregon’s U.S. Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden today announced major investments in Oregon agriculture, rural housing, food assistance, and rural business priorities has passed the Senate, including more than $5 million in funding for Oregon community-initiated projects.
Idaho Farm and Ranch Conference Announced For January 4-5
The conference will address key issues affecting Idaho producers including managing finances, succession and stress on the farm.
Kitttitas County Washington Reports Bird Flu
In the thick of the fall wild bird migration, Washington state veterinarians confirmed the state’s 17th county, and 44th flock infected with highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI).
USDA Issues Standards for Organic Livestock Production
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today previewed the Organic Livestock and Poultry Standards final rule.
OR & WA Bureau of Land Management Needs Advisory Nominations
The Bureau of Land Management announced that it is seeking public nominations for six advisory councils in Oregon and Washington.
Beetle Survey Feedback for WA State Department of Ag
The Japanese beetle made an appearance in Washington again this year and that prompts what comes next in the state eradication program.
New Funding for Food Assistance and Market Opportunities for Wheat
U.S. Wheat Associates and the National Association of Wheat Growers are pleased that U.S. wheat growers now have the opportunity to increase global food assistance and expand export market access under new USDA funding programs announced Oct. 24, 2023.