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The Idaho State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) was quick to action when it was discovered quagga mussels in the Snake River back in mid-September.

The Idaho State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) continues quagga mussel treatment in an effort to eradicate the invasive species in the Snake River.

The Idaho State Department of Agriculture confirmed yesterday the presence of quagga mussel larvae in the Centennial Waterfront Park area of the Snake River.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Marketing Service announced $72.9 million awarded to 55 states and territories through the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program

The Idaho State Department of Agriculture has confirmed multiple cases of equine West Nile virus (WNV) in three horses in Canyon County.

As Idaho Preferred tries to help farmers markets across the state try to rebound from the pandemic, the organization says there is strong community support for those markets.  A final tally on Farmer's Market sales for the season won't be released until mid-November.  Dawn La...

The Idaho State Department of Agriculture has confirmed a case of West Nile in a horse, the first such case for 2022.  The affected horse, from Gooding County, is reportedly recovering and is under the treatment of a veterinarian.   The most common signs of West Nile in horses are fever and weakness, usually in the hindquarters which sometimes is characterized by a widened stance, stumbling, leani

Idaho livestock producers interested in receiving funding assistance for on-farm manure and nutrient management systems have until the end of Tuesday to get their applications submitted.  The Idaho DEQ, in partnership with the Idaho state Department of Agriculture as well as the farming community, is offering grant opportunities for CAFO improvements.  Funds m...

On Thursday, USDA announced it was awarding $72.9 million in Specialty Crop Block Grant program funding for Fiscal Year 2022.  The funding, via AMS, will go to all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, Guam, American Samoa, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands.   ...

Governor Brad Little has proclaimed August 7th-13th, Idaho Farmers Market week.  In his announcement, Little said Farmers Markets showcase the bounty and diversity of Idaho agriculture. Adding these markets continue to play a vital role in the local food supply chain offering locally produced food and ag products such as fruits, vegetables, meats, breads, honey and more.  Sp...