Tina Kotek

On Monday Oregon Governor Tina Kotek sent a letter to Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins urging the USDA to ensure that SNAP benefits continue during the ongoing federal government shutdown.

Governor Tina Kotek has proclaimed October is Farm to School Month in Oregon. To celebrate Oregon Crunch at Once will take place this Thursday.

This week, the state of Oregon is recognizing the vital role community banks play in supporting families, small businesses, and communities across the state.

Dry conditions continue to persist in Oregon. Earlier this week, Governor Tina Kotek declared a drought emergency in Jefferson County.

Last week, Governor Tina Kotek announced the renewal of litigation against the federal government, saying the state is looking to protect vulnerable salmon runs.

According to the Drought Monitor, Coos County has been experiencing moderate drought since June 17. Meanwhile Wheeler County has been experiencing moderate drought since June 24 and severe drought since July 15.

Governor Tina Kotek said last week she heard anxiety and frustration over the possibility of new rules for farmstands and agritourism in Oregon.

Three more Oregon counties are now under drought declarations. On Monday, Governor Tina Kotek declared emergencies for Morrow, Union and Douglas counties,

Last week, Oregon Governor Tina Kotek signed into law legislation that looks to provide critical resources to Oregon’s Rangeland Fire Protection Associations.

On Wednesday, Oregon Governor Tina Kotek declared a State of Emergency due to the imminent threat of wildfire; the declaration runs through the end of the year.