Future of Farming

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...

Josh Nelson, this year’s Idaho FFA Vice President, explains why advocacy is important when it comes to the business of farming.     If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail glenn.vaagen@townsquaremed...

Hunter Bingham, the 2024-2025 Oregon FFA Secretary, is from the North Power area.  He says it's critical for Northwest ranchers to share their story...before someone else tells that story for them.     If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail glenn.vaagen@townsqu...

Taft Rice, the 2024-2025 Oregon Sentinel, says many may not appreciate the diversity of agriculture that can be found across Central Oregon.  He added that includes many of those living in Deschutes, Crook or Jefferson counties.   If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail glenn.vaagen@to...

Idaho FFA President Will Brackett talks about how he sees technology benefiting livestock operations now and into the future.     If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail glenn.vaagen@townsqu...

Oregon FFA Treasure Vivian Seaholm has tips and perspective when it comes to advocating for the farming industry.     If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail glenn.vaagen@townsquaremedia.com ...

Farm Foundation and the National 4-H Council recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding with a focus on collaboration in leadership, education, and youth workforce readiness for young people.  The two organizations will align on career exploration, leadership training, and skill-building opportunities for youth through the Farm Foundation’s Next Generation programs and 4-H’s recently launched B

Washington FFA President Emily Ryder talks about how her hometown of Ellensburg is working to ensure the next generation is familiar with Northwest agriculture.   If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail glenn.vaag...

Consumers get nervous when it comes to fertilizer use in modern agriculture.  Idaho FFA Vice President Josh Nelson explains why it's important for the farming community to share what's taking place on the operation.     If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail glenn.vaagen@townsqu...

Congratulations to Washington’s Aubree Triplett; she was recently named the winner of the 2024 Simplot Western Stockman's Scholarship.  The Menlo, WA-native is currently pursuing a degree in Agriculture and Food Business Economics at Washington State University.  From helping ...