Idaho

As lawmakers in Utah debate a new fuel tax, Idaho farmers are bracing for a tough hit. This isn’t just policy; it’s about livelihoods.

The 2025 season was a good one for sugarbeet growers across the Northwest, with very strong yields reported. So, what was different this year, that led to a crop Samantha Parrott described as 'massive'?

December has been a wet month across much of the Northwest, and while much of that fell as rain rather than snow, any precipitation is welcome news, especially in northern Idaho.

Hayburn, ID-based Mountain West Food Group, LLC, is recalling approximately 2,855 pounds of raw ground beef products that may be contaminated with E. Coli.

The Department of Labor recently announced it would continue processing H-2A applications; despite its strengths, H-2A doesn’t work for all producers.

Simplot Grower Solutions recently marked its 80th anniversary with a celebration of eight decades of service to farmers across North America.

Simplot has changed its name. Now known as the Simplot Company organization officials say this move will align with its operating business groups.

NRCS Idaho says the application deadline for Fiscal Year 2026 Environmental Quality Incentives Program, EQIP, as well as the Regional Conservation Partnership Program, also known as the RCPP, projects is October 3rd.

In Idaho 60% of the Spring Wheat crop is rated good to excellent, while in Washington, 56% is rated good to excellent

When it comes to 2025 PILT payments, just over $31 million will go to Oregon; $42.9 million will be delivered to Idaho; and Washington will receive $30.5 million.