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WSDA Looking For Pesticide Label Feedback
WSDA Looking For Pesticide Label Feedback
WSDA Looking For Pesticide Label Feedback
The Washington State Department of Agriculture is asking farmers and industry partners to share their thoughts on new pesticide label rules.  The Department will hold a workshop Tuesday, February 18th, from 8 a.m.-11:30 a.m., at the McGregor Training Center, 401 Airport Rd., Colfax....
NASDA Out With Federal Priorities
NASDA Out With Federal Priorities
NASDA Out With Federal Priorities
The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture has set its federal policy focus for 2025.  The organization's Board of Directors chose five issues to serve as the organization’s primary policy focus for 2025. They include the Farm Bill, food systems, pesticide regulations, PFAS and state cooperative agreement funding.   “NASDA members have specified the...
IFBF: Ag Community Needs To Make Voice Heard In Boise
IFBF: Ag Community Needs To Make Voice Heard In Boise
IFBF: Ag Community Needs To Make Voice Heard In Boise
The Idaho Legislative Session is underway, and the Farm Bureau said it’s important farmers statewide stay plugged into what’s happening in Boise.  Idaho Farm Bureau Federation’s Dex Lake said despite demographic changes across the state in recent years, most lawmakers still understand the important role agriculture plays in Idaho’s economy.  But do lawmakers respect Idaho ...
UI Extension Rolls Out Pesticide On-line Resources
UI Extension Rolls Out Pesticide On-line Resources
UI Extension Rolls Out Pesticide On-line Resources
In an effort to help students studying for statewide pesticide exams, the University of Idaho Extension Pesticide Safety Education Program has developed on-line resources.  Kimberly Tate with UI Extension Integrated Pest Management, said farmers don’t have hours to drive across the state for needed classes.   “All o...
Focus On Fruit: 09/19/24
Focus On Fruit: 09/19/24
Focus On Fruit: 09/19/24
In today's Focus on Fruit, Mark Powers talks about the EPA, Endangered Species, and what it means for local growers.   If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail glenn.vaagen@townsquaremedia.com ...
NASDA Foundation Receives $3 Million Grant
NASDA Foundation Receives $3 Million Grant
NASDA Foundation Receives $3 Million Grant
The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture Foundation was awarded a $3 million cooperative agreement from the Environmental Protection Agency to implement the Pesticide Inspector Residential Training Program.  The funding will significantly expand the nationwide educational training provided to pesticide inspectors and enforcement staff over the next five years.   ...
ISDA Hosting Pesticide Disposal Events This Week
ISDA Hosting Pesticide Disposal Events This Week
ISDA Hosting Pesticide Disposal Events This Week
Homeowners, growers, dealers, and professional applicators across Idaho storing unusable or unwanted pesticides will have a safe and free opportunity to dispose of them this week.  The Idaho State Department of Agriculture will host a pair of pesticide disposal events, one Tuesday in Bonneville County, and the second taking place Wednesday in Twin Falls County.   “...

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