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Registration is now open for the 2025 Clean Fuels Conference, the must-attend event for the biodiesel, renewable diesel, and sustainable aviation fuel industries. Hosted by Clean Fuels Alliance America, it takes place January 20-23, in San Diego, CA...

Highly Pathogenetic Avian Influenza has been on the minds of backyard poultry owners, as well as large scale operations since late 2022.  Dr. Amber Itle, Washington state Veterinarian said it’s very normal for these influenza viruses to circulate.  But what she ...

Three of California’s dairy farms report cattle infected with Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza. According to Wisconsin State Farmer the top milk-producing state in the county becomes the 14th to report bird flu in cattle. More than 190 herds have been infected across the nation since March. Federal d...

With the end of the most intense portion of the irrigation season with in sight here in the Northwest, how is water storage fairing as we prepared to head into fall?  USDA meteorologist Brad Rippy said when it comes to the 11 Western states they watch, nine of those states either close to normal or above normal storage.   “...

Boise-based Simplot will close a manufacturing plant in California, and separately close a number of its Simplot Grower Solutions locations.  The company announced last year it would shut down its plant in Lathrop, California.  The plant is part Company’s Mining & Manufacturing division and makes fertilizer, feed phosphates and industrial products.  According to BoiseDev, the ...

With cases of Chronic Wasting Disease reported in Idaho, California, and now Washington, Oregon is surrounded by the disease that is fatal for deer, elk and moose.  Michelle Dennehy, with Oregon Fish and Wildlife, said animals can carry CWD and transmit it for a long time.   ...

What happens when no trees are left to hug?

On Tuesday, central Washington’s Dan Newhouse, Chair of the Western Caucus, and California’s Doug LaMalfa, Vice Chair, introduced the Forest Protection and Wildland Firefighter Safety Act of 2023.  In addition House Legislation, companion legislation was introduced in the Senate by Wyoming's Cynthia Lummis.   Supporters o...

Last month, central Washington Republican Dan Newhouse was once again named Co-Chair of the Congressional Wine Caucus alongside California’s Mike Thompson.  Newhouse said this 2nd run as Co-Chair is great news for the Washington wine industry.   “Wheth...

Those living in south central Washington may have the pest Japanese beetle in their yards right now.   For those that do, they can get their properties treated free of charge this spring.   Following up on the in-person open house held earlier this month, the Washington State Department of Agriculture will host a virtual open house on Tuesday, starting a noon (PT) to share information about its pl