Idaho Barley Commission

Lack Of Farm Bill Hurts Idaho Barley Growers
Lack Of Farm Bill Hurts Idaho Barley Growers
Lack Of Farm Bill Hurts Idaho Barley Growers
Last week, the 2018 Farm Bill extension expired, and while there is hope that a new Farm Bill can be passed during the upcoming lame duck session, there is concern in farm county that little if anything will be done during the remaining portion of 2024...
Wilder: Barley Crop Looks Good, Prices Do Not
Wilder: Barley Crop Looks Good, Prices Do Not
Wilder: Barley Crop Looks Good, Prices Do Not
For barley growers across Idaho, this year is not shaping up to be the rebound season many had hoped for.  Since some of the higher elevations are still harvesting, the 2024 season is not quite done, but Laura Wilder, Executive Director of the Idaho Barley Commission said the crop is looking good quality wise.   “...
Wilder: Idaho Barley Bounces Back In 2022
Wilder: Idaho Barley Bounces Back In 2022
Wilder: Idaho Barley Bounces Back In 2022
Idaho’s barley industry enjoyed a bounce back in 2022, and appears to have recovered from the 2021 drought.  Idaho Barley Commission’s Laura Wilder said this year, growers reported 59.9 million bushels, with the average price of $7.59 per bushel.   ...
Idaho Barley Growers Trying To Rebound From Difficult 2021
Idaho Barley Growers Trying To Rebound From Difficult 2021
Idaho Barley Growers Trying To Rebound From Difficult 2021
Despite the challenges of inflation and elevated fuel prices, Idaho’s barley growers have recovered many of last year’s losses thanks to solid yields.  Laura Wilder, Executive Director of the Idaho Barley Commission, said 2021’s drought conditions led to a 21% year-over-year production decrease.   To completely reco...
Wilder Study Shows Impact Barley Has On Idaho
Wilder Study Shows Impact Barley Has On Idaho
Wilder Study Shows Impact Barley Has On Idaho
What economic impact does the barley industry have on Idaho, and beyond? A new study paid for by the Idaho Barley Commission and conducted by two economists with ties to the Palouse looks to answer that question. Barley Commission Executive Director Laura Wilder said the study shows the industry supports almost 2,700 jobs in Idaho while contributing on average $274 million to the state's annual
Scoular Set To Cut Ribbon On New Barley Facility
Scoular Set To Cut Ribbon On New Barley Facility
Scoular Set To Cut Ribbon On New Barley Facility
Tuesday will be an exciting day for the Jerome, ID community, as The Scoular Company will hold a ceremonial ribbon cutting of their new facility that will manufacture plant-based alternative protein made from barley. The 15,000 square foot facility will produce barley protein concentrate, Emerge, used for aquaculture feed and pet food ...