Pacific Northwest Ag Network

01/09/2025

Livestock producers, the updated Beef Quality Assurance manual is now available. We have a link in our story:

National Cattlemen's Beef Association

The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association announced the release of its updated Beef Quality Assurance National Manual

01/09/2025

The Idaho Cattle Association's Cameron Mulrony says a healthy cattle industry is important for the state and those relocating to Idaho.

As the Northwest population continues to grow, many of those relocating to the region may not be familiar with the agriculture history for each state.

01/09/2025

Northwest issues should be well represented on the Congressional Western Caucus with both Congressman Cliff Bentz and Rep. Dan Newhouse on the roster.

On Wednesday, Doug LaMalfa announced Executive Committee Members for the 119th Congress, which included Oregon’s Cliff Bentz.

01/09/2025

A big shout out to the students from Washington State University and Heritage University!

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WSU College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences

A group of 10 Northwest bases students were recently honored for their contribution to the future of agriculture.

01/09/2025

The 2025 Northwest Hay Expo takes place next week in the Tri-Cities. Learn more about this year's event and register by clicking on the link in our story.


Washington State Hay Growers Association

Andrew Eddie, President of the Washington State Hay Growers Association, said this year’s class and education opportunities will focus on trends in the industry.

01/09/2025

“I have a deep affinity for the Columbia Basin," Mattson said. "People and the environment come first in my work, and I’m committed to listening and finding collaborative solutions.”


Washington Department of Ecology

Washington Department of Ecology Director Laura Watson has named Larry Mattson as director of the agency’s Office of Columbia River.

01/09/2025

You can watch President Carter's Funeral here: https://www.cnn.com/live-video-3



https://pnwag.net/president-carters-connection-to-farming-was-personal/

Some may have forgotten that Jimmy Carter's legacy, and literally his roots, were in agriculture.

01/09/2025

If you're an Oregon producer considering making the move to organic, learn more about this great opportunity this NRCS:

New USDA funding looks to make it easier for Oregon farmers to become certified organic.

01/08/2025

Representative Dent has served on the Washington House Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee since he was first elected in 2014.

Washington Republicans announced Tuesday that when the 2025 legislative session convenes Tom Dent will maintain his leadership role on the House Ag Committee.

01/08/2025

Congressman Cliff Bentz noted this new law is vital since farmers and ranchers in the Klamath Basin could face new legal risks thanks to the recent removal of area dams.

Legislation introduced by Cliff Bentz, protecting Klamath Basin users from being charged for maintenance and upgrade costs was signed into law earlier this month.

01/08/2025

When it comes to use of the H-2A program, Washington is currently #4 in the nation.

Demand continues growing for farm labor through the H-2A program, and the American Farm Bureau Federation is highlighting the importance of the program.

01/08/2025

If they could just teach this cow to ride a bike, you'd have a new triathlon athlete. 🤣

OREGON COW CHASE! A Washington cow swam the Columbia River and ran down I-84 on New Year’s Day. Part of that freeway chase was caught on an OSP dash cam.

01/08/2025

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has increased its reward for information regarding three wolves were found dead in central Washington.

U.S. Fish and Wildlife has increased its reward for information after three wolves were found dead in central Washington.

01/08/2025

Madill pointed to last month's Beef Counts as an example of how much the industry cares for its neighbors.


Beef. It's What's for Dinner in Washington State.

For a variety of reasons, whether it was the size of the herd, or beef prices, 2024 was a good year for many cattle producers not only regionally but across the U.S.

01/08/2025

While sentiment dipped this month, authors of this report say it’s clear that much of the post-election optimism about future conditions is still holding strong.

Farmer sentiment drifted lower in December as the Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer dropped 9 points to a reading of 136.

01/08/2025

Good Wednesday morning everyone. Here's to starting the day with a smile on your face. 😆

01/08/2025

What's the expectation for input prices in the year ahead? USDA chief economist Seth Meyer weighs in.

It was a reoccurring story for much of the past year; tighter margin for many producers in 2024. And it’s expected that trend will continue as 2025 starts.