Idaho

The National FFA Organization took 75 high school members to Chicago last month to show them that agriculture careers stretch well past the field — think agribusiness, marketing, and management.

Because Idaho counties can't collect property taxes on federal land, the U.S. government sends annual payments instead. This year, that adds up to nearly $50 million spread across 44 local governments.

Corteva Agriscience's Verpixo uses an active ingredient called Adavelt to stop Cercospora from taking hold in sugarbeet crops, and it mixes well with other common crop protection products already in use.

The future of the USMCA hangs in the balance, with Idaho's cattle industry keeping a close watch on its potential extension and the impact on local farms and processing facilities.

Farmers in Idaho are coming together to address labor shortages, emphasizing the essential contributions of immigrant workers to the agricultural economy and the communities they support.

The winter wheat outlook isn’t good, with 46% rated poor nationally; however, Idaho farmers celebrate a bright spot with 79% of their crop rated good to excellent.

This Wednesday, the University of Idaho in Kimberly hosts its 2026 Snake River Weed Management Tour, offering farmers hands-on insights on tackling stubborn weeds like Palmer amaranth and waterhemp.

Senator Risch celebrates new legislation aimed at repairing aging irrigation canals in Idaho, crucial for farmers and the local economy, while addressing wildfire risks and water delivery reliability.

According to 2024 numbers, the state’s farm sector accounted for a record $44.5 billion in annual sales, which is 17.2% of the state’s total economic output.

The start of summer is still days off, and already this season has been a difficult one for growers in Southeast Idaho.