The focus of this report is to keep local farmers, ranchers and agribusiness men and women up to date on agriculture industry issues which affect the Washington states rural economy. Bob Larson host of the program covers a broad array of topics; from farm human interest stories, to labor issues, state sponsored trade missions, crop outlook assessments, USDA risk management announcements and animal health stories are examples of the types of news topic categories covered each month.
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AG INFORMATION NETWORK OF THE WEST Podcasts
In its 35th year, this award-winning program keeps farmers, ranchers and agri-business professionals informed. This program focuses on the cutting-edge issues of farming. Advances in technology farming with GPS and satellite imagery technology, use of drones and advancements in infield communications, Crop and Soil Sciences, new crop varieties, changes in tillage, new soil treatment options in addition to farm human interest stories. Host of the show is Lorrie Boyer who is motivated by an in ...
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One of the priorities for the National Pork Producers Council is ensuring an ag workforce remains in place.
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More work needs to be done to address barriers to mental health care in rural areas, including some proposed legislation to create more mental health care in general rural healthcare clinics.
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Several recent economic reports say that, in the first six months of this year, Canada’s economy did better than expected, posting around 2% growth, despite Trump's tariff threats.
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With imports closed to Mexican cattle entering the US, cattle producers are more worried about the cattle supply- but they are more worried about the New World screwworm entering the country.
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American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall says it’s time to stop kicking this can down the road because year-round E15 sales would fuel the economy.
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It’s no secret that fair season is a time of year built around agriculture, and this year at the Washington State Fair in Puyallup, they’re taking it a step further with a new exhibit.
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The US pork industry is looking for consistent intrastate movement rules and fair markets.
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Proposition 12 is being addressed in talks of a farm bill.
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It’s no secret that fair season is a time of year built around agriculture, and this year at the Washington State Fair in Puyallup, they’re taking it a step further with a new exhibit.
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Did you know that the American Angus Association offers a hair EPD due to heat stress?
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Washington Policy Center’s Director of Agriculture, Pam Lewison says last year’s slight decline of the wolf population isn’t likely due to neglect.
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The Farm Foundation was created in 1933 as a non-partisan organization to help the ag industry solve problems.
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A massive US corn crop was predicted in USDA projections.
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John Mesko, CEO at the Potato Sustainability Alliance, says sustainability was kind of a buzzword until a few years ago, now it’s something everyone is talking about.
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Tariffs have not caused issues for wheat producers.
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John Mesko, CEO at the Potato Sustainability Alliance, says sustainability was kind of a buzzword until a few years ago, now it’s something everyone is talking about.
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The Trump administration recently announced the U.S.-Japan Trade and Investment Agreement after Japan sent its top tariff negotiator to Washington, D.C., to finalize the details.
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Illegal cattle trafficking makes for a high-risk situation when it comes to the NWS entering the US, as the US-Mexico border remains closed to cattle imports into the US.
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Drone technology brings multiple benefits to farmers, according to Nutrien Ag Solutions.
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The Trump administration recently announced the U.S.-Japan Trade and Investment Agreement after Japan sent its top tariff negotiator to Washington, D.C., to finalize the details.
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American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall says several new trade frameworks put together by the administration could really benefit farmers and ranchers.
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As the Trump Administration increases the tariff on Briazil to 50%, R-CALF USA says that there are still changes that need to be made to really level the playing field for US cattle producers.
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Despite what many sources may claim, potatoes are a very healthy vegetable to include in your diet.
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While the National Sunflower Association is satisfied with how the reconciliation bill turned out, they are concerned about sunflower exports to Canada and Mexico.
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An outline of what the dairy industry is monitoring when it comes to trade talks.
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Despite what many sources may claim, potatoes are a very healthy vegetable to include in your diet.
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Allowing Seattle officials the authority to wipe out 1,300 acres of productive farmland adjacent to the Skagit River dams would be a "gut-punch" to farmers under the guise of a salmon recovery plan.
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A tree nursery owner shares why ag labor is a vital part of his operation and why changes to the H2A Guest Worker Program are needed.
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Allowing Seattle officials the authority to wipe out 1,300 acres of productive farmland adjacent to the Skagit River dams would be a "gut-punch" to farmers under the guise of a salmon recovery plan.
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The first steps have been taken to commercialize drought-tolerant GMO wheat for commercialization in the US.
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A senior GOP senator has slammed USDA for not consulting with lawmakers in advance on its reorganization plans.
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Highlights from USDA' recent annual crop value and cash rents report.
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USDA Deputy Secretary Stephen Vaden argued recently for closing USDA buildings and moving staff out of the nation’s capital region.
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A number of factors make it difficult for farmers and ranchers to seek and receive mental health help.
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Drought conditions have improved for cattle and hay-producing areas.
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The much-anticipated recommendations from the Make America Healthy Commission will be released soon and American ag groups are watching closely.
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It's a "strange" corn trade market right now for producers and traders.
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The first two myths about cattle’s contribution to climate change are that the methane produced by cattle is that same as greenhouse gases produced through the burning of fossil fuels, and that the methods used for assessing global warming are accurate.
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The first two myths about cattle’s contribution to climate change are that the methane produced by cattle is that same as greenhouse gases produced through the burning of fossil fuels, and that the methods used for assessing global warming are accurate.
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There has been a shift in the life expectancy of those living in rural areas versus those living in suburban areas. Why?
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A check-in with the National Bison Association is included in today's report.
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Details are sketchy, but the broad outlines of recent U.S. trade deals show promise for U.S. farm exports and some unexpected gains.
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Members of the National Cattlemen's Beef Association heard from association leaders about beneficial tax extensions and market trade at the recent summer meeting.
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Listen up older folks worried about age-related health issues like Alzheimers! Hazelnuts, and why not Oregon hazelnuts, can significantly improve your levels of two key micronutrients, magnesium and vitamin E.
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A break down on what is going on with end beef products and consumer trends.
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Listen up older folks worried about age-related health issues like Alzheimers! Hazelnuts, and why not Oregon hazelnuts, can significantly improve your levels of two key micronutrients, magnesium and vitamin E.
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USDA is relocating a majority of its staff to five regional hubs across the US and reducing the number of buildings it uses in Washington DC.
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Market Analyst on current ag market trends.
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Farmers and ranchers will soon have a critical opportunity to share their concerns with elected officials, according to American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall.
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