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Levi Kukes, Washington's 2024-2025 state Vice President says one of the best things about FFA, is that it's a group where everyone belongs and can fit in.     If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail glenn.vaagen@to...

Oregon State University announced this week that Kris Elliott has been named vice provost for the Division of Extension and Engagement as well as the director for OSU Extension Service.   That name may sound familiar to the OSU family, as Elliott has served in that same role on an interim basis since spring 2024.  Sc...

There are a variety of ways the Ag industry can speak to the next generation of producers and growers.  Emily Ryder, the Washington FFA President says local fairs are also critical when it comes to connecting with farming's future.   ...

This is National FFA Week, and to mark the occasion, the blue and gold will hold their 10th Annual Give FFA Day on Thursday.  Kimberly Coveney, senior manager for individual giving at the National FFA Foundation, says Give FFA Day is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of more than one million members nationwide.   “...

The Klamath County Farm Expo will continue Tuesday February 18th and Wednesday February 19th at the County Event Center.  During the Open House, scheduled for Tuesday from 4 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., a Youth Chef Challenge, featuring FFA and 4-H contestants will take place.  In addi...

The 2024-2025 National FFA Officer Team recently returned from the National FFA Officers International Experience Program in Japan.  The Officers had a chance to experience Japanese culture and agriculture in partnership with the sister organization Future Farmers of Japan.  This an...

Even if you're not a fan of social media, you may want to learn how to use the platforms to advocate for your sector of agriculture.  Oregon FFA Vice President Spencer Romans explains.   If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail glenn.vaagen@to...

The farming community will take over the Lilac City next week for the 2025 Spokane Ag Show.  Show Director Melisa Paul said they are planning for roughly 6,000 attendees, 3,000 exhibitors and representatives, along with nearly 50 professional farm forum seminars.   ...

Levi Kukes, Washington FFA's 2024-2025 Vice President, says for the farming industry to thrive into the future, he believes more must be done to get industry in front of the next generation of Ag workers.     If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail glenn.vaagen@to...

Congratulations to North Lake School teacher Hannah McAuliffe, earlier this fall she was named the 2024 Oregon Agriculture in the Classroom Educator of the Year.  Oregon AITC said McAuliffe was selected for her integration of agriculture into core subjects.  McAulif...