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Last week, Idaho Governor Brad Little returned from what he called a productive seven-day trade mission to Taiwan and Japan.  The Idaho State Department of Agriculture, along with the state Department of Commerce, and 22 Idaho businesses and organizations joined Governor Little for his fourth official in-person trade mission as Governor.   “...

Governor Brad Little proclaimed September as Idaho Preferred Month.  The month is dedicated to spotlighting Idaho produce and the role retailers play in connecting consumers with the “best locally grown, raised and crafted food”.    “Our Idaho ...

Governor Brad Little has proclaimed August as Idaho Farmers Market Month.  In doing so, the Governor noted the essential role that Farmers Markets play in connecting Idahoans to fresh, locally grown foods.  Dawn Larzelier with Idaho Preferred agrees, saying Farmers Markets are vital for Idaho producers.   "And I'm kind o...

We celebrate lots of "National Days" across the U.S. but one that should be important to all of us is National Farmer's Day.

While the fire season is not quite over, the Idaho Department of Lands is reporting a “drastic decrease” in the number of acres burned this year.  According to IDL leadership, it started last year when the Department went to state lawmakers, asking for: increased pay for firefighters, hazard pay, and more firefighters.  The boost in resour...

The University of Idaho's CAFE project took a big step forward this week.  On Tuesday, the Idaho Board of Land Commissioners approved the U of I’s request to purchase land central to the school’s Center for Agriculture, Food and the Environment.   In Nove...

Governor Brad Little has proclaimed August 7th-13th, Idaho Farmers Market week.  In his announcement, Little said Farmers Markets showcase the bounty and diversity of Idaho agriculture. Adding these markets continue to play a vital role in the local food supply chain offering locally produced food and ag products such as fruits, vegetables, meats, breads, honey and more.  Sp...

On Wednesday, Chobani announced a $1 million gift to the University of Idaho-led Center for Agriculture, Food and the Environment, better known as CAFE. The gift will be used to help fund construction of the nation’s largest research dairy. With deep roo ...

Idaho Department of Lands area office in Boise needs experienced wildland firefighters who can lead wildland fire engine crews. IDL said a nationwide shortage of qualified wildland fire engine bosses poses significant impacts for Idaho ...

State lands across Idaho generated a record $55 million for public schools this year. Governor Brad Little and other top elected state officials presented a check to students during a ceremony at the statehouse last week. The presentation by the Idaho Department of Lands represents money generated from state-owned properties for the 2022 fiscal year ...