Idaho State Department of Agriculture

For several years, Idaho has reported one of the fastest growing populations in the country, and with forecasts predicting that population growth to maintain around 1.5% through 2034, that trend will not change anytime soon

On Wednesday, Idaho and Taiwan signed a three-year letter of intent for U.S. wheat exports, valued at $1.2 billion.

Last week, the Idaho State Department of Agriculture announced a 51% reduction in the quagga mussel impacted area of the Snake River near Twin Falls.

Earlier this summer, the Idaho State Department of Agriculture’s Animal Health Laboratory became the state’s first to become a member of the National Animal Health Laboratory Network.

Every year, international trade becomes more important for the Idaho farming community.

This is a special time of year for markets across the Gem State, as August is Farmers Market Month in Idaho.

The Idaho State Department of Agriculture will hold several Pesticide Disposal events across the state. ISDA will accept herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, rodenticides

Across the country, and across commodities, it’s a difficult time in farm country, between high input costs and low commodity prices. But the news isn’t all bad.

Whether you’re taking animals on the road this summer, or your staying home, it’s important to keep the health and wellbeing of your herd or flocks in mind.

Warm weather in the Northwest means fairs, competitions and animal sales.  And that means the potential of spreading illnesses from one animal to multiple animals very quickly.  Dr. Scott Leibsle, Idaho state Veterinarian said one of the first things to keep in mind is to only transport healthy animals, that are up-to-date on their vaccinations and wellness checks.  He added it is al...