USDA Report Forecasts Most NW Commodities to Increase

The USDA released their most recently look at production throughout the country and the Northwest is seeing some increases in key commodities.

Alfalfa hay is expected to jump 22 percent in Oregon, and seven percent in Washington with yields at nearly 1.9 million in the Beaver State and 2.16 million in Washington.

Other types of hay are expected to drop nine percent in Oregon and increase by 16 percent in Washington.

Canola production is expected to explode with Washington up 116 percent to 80.6 million pounds and Oregon production up 194 percent to 9.5 million pounds.

Washington corn will also be up about 14 percent to 18.4 million bushels.

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