WSU Extension

Thursday we told onion growers to be on the lookout for Downy Mildew.  Potato growers, you need to be on the lookout for Late Blight.  Washington State University’s Tim Waters said while there has not been a reported case of Late Blight at this point, the cool, wet conditions increase the likelihood of the disease.   Waters...

Shelter from wind, and maintaining nutrition requirements, in extreme winter conditions are key in keeping livestock healthy and reduce stress.  Washington State University's Don Llewellyn said assuring proper feed and nutrition and water for livestock during adverse winter weather conditions is extremely important.  Bu...

A Washington State University Extension agent has been honored for his work to improve soil health.  Paul Carter is the director for the Columbia County Extension.  He recently received the 2018 Distinguished Service Award from the National Association of County Agricultural Agents.  This aw...

While a bit on the early side, several potato growers across the region are already moving dirt, and planting for the season.  Tim Waters with WSU Extension says soil temperatures and moisture level as on par for where they should be this time of year.  A ...

Washington State University Extension will host the first “Stop & Talk” of the canola growing season Thursday at the Dewald farm south of Ritzville.  WSU Extension’s Karen Sowers told the Washington Ag Network they’ve received many questions about the condition of winter canola as spring approaches.  She said with WSU extension st...

To help improve relationships with the consumer, the Beef Industry is encouraging producers to participate in the Beef Quality Assurance Programs.  Don Llewellyn with WSU Extension told the Washington Ag Network BQA is an essential part of the beef industry.  ...

For a limited number of growers across Eastern Washington, WSU Extension is offering free soil health testing.  WSU said this will allow growers to see how their soils measure up when compared to similar soils across the region.  The test will evaluate several aspects of soil organic matter. To quali...

This is National 4-H week, an opportunity for the organization to share with the ag and non ag community about the impact being made on young people.  4-H is the largest youth organization in the nation, with nearly six million young people participating in the United States.  Sa...

It’s that time of year when Columbia Basin sweet corn growers need to actively scout of corn earworm.  Now through harvest time, earworm numbers are expected to grow. Washington State University Extension’s Tim Waters said both growers and processes must be vigilant.   “The managem...