Rigby ID

Three new Commissioners have been appointed to the Idaho Potato Commission; Scott Mickelsen, Doug Ruff, and Brad Russell. The three were officially sworn in on October 22nd.

Congratulations to Lucy Barney, she was named National FFA’s 2024 Proficiency Winner in Equine Science – Placement at this year’s National FFA Convention & Expo.  The young woman from Rigby said the opportunity to travel back to Indianapolis and represent the Idaho farming community was a once in a lifetime opportunity.   "You've got all of the...

Audrey Godfrey, the 2020-2021 Idaho FFA Treasure, says between her family connections and personal passion, farming is just who she is. If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail gvaagen@cherrycreekmedia... Read More ...

Audrey Godfrey, Idaho's 2020-2021 Treasure, says production Ag is not the only way the next generation can help the farming industry. She says help is needed in a variety of places. If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail gvaagen@cherrycreekmedia... Read More ...

In early December, three member of the Idaho Farm Bureau Federation were chosen to join national committees with the American Farm Bureau Federation. Alan Clark, Photo: IFBF Alan Clark, a rancher and farmer from Rigby, was selected to serve a two-year term on AFBF’s Promotion and Education Committee. The ...

Earlier this week, the USDA announced an $891 million investment in rural drinking water and wastewater infrastructure in 43 states, including Washington and Idaho. Funding 220 projects, the investment will help improve rural water infrastructure for 787,000 residents ...