Pacific Northwest Ag Network

The country’s top land managers testified before U.S. senators last week to defend sweeping budget cuts for the nation’s public lands and a plan to sell 3.3 million acres managed by the Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management so communities can build housing.   T...

President Trump, citing pressure from the agriculture and hospitality sectors, recently said farmworkers who are in the country illegally shouldn’t be deported and reiterated that the administration would be taking action on the issue.  ...

Another Chinese national has tried to smuggle biological materials into the U.S.  A Farm Journal report this week said the materials were related to roundworms and intended for studying at a University of Michigan laboratory.   This is the third Chinese national charged by the U.S. federal governme...

Food-at-home prices increased in April at a 2% annual pace, down from 2.4% in March, according to Consumer Price Index data.  According to Bureau of Labor Statistics, across-the-board inflation ticked down last month to 2.3%, its lowest rate since February 2021.  It’...

Clutter and disorganization aren’t just physical issues.  They can cause stress, anxiety, sleep issues, and other mental health challenges.  But getting rid of the clutter can be overwhelming. Oklahoma State AARP Director Sean Voskuhl said as people age, they can face very big challenges around downsizing.   “AARP ...

The USDA and HHS announce new steps to help reduce the impact of H5N1 for humans, dairy operations, and other food items.

The signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) marks an agreement between Vietnam and WSDA to work together to strengthen agricultural development and the promotion of agricultural trade.

APHIS allocates $12 million for states, tribes, and universities to combat chronic wasting disease in deer and elk.

A University of Idaho meat science research team has secured a large federal grant to provide training for beginning ranchers throughout the Northwest.

Columbia Snake River Irrigators Association backs proposed agreement to bring close to thirty years of court action to a close. Agreement will be in effect for at least five to ten years.