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Getting ready: Preparing for next growing season requires looking at markets

QUINCY — Farming is one of those businesses that requires thinking ahead. Part of that is paying close and car…

Updated 1 week ago
SharkFarmer: Ag influencer brings wisdom to FFA students

SPOKANE — Never give up and never get dragged back down. That was the message for the Future Farmers of America members assembled for the keynote speech at the…

Updated 1 week, 4 days ago
Research collaborations address potato virus management challenges

KENNEWICK – At a presentation hosted at the Washington – Oregon Potato Conference Jan. 29, leading researchers discussed their ongoing projects aimed at combat…

Updated 3 weeks, 2 days ago
Wildcat Farm, Ellensburg Bee Co. enjoy mutually beneficial partnership

ELLENSBURG — In just a few short months, the Wildcat Farm at Central Washington University will be bustling with activity once again. But, in many ways, Far…

Updated 3 weeks, 3 days ago
CWU students find inspiration, connection at Global Produce and Floral Show

ELLENSBURG — Agriculture is the cornerstone of civilization around the world, and as such, the International Fresh Produce Association’s (IFPA) annual Global P…

Updated 3 weeks, 6 days ago
A farming future: Students get a look at ag life at Spokane Ag Show

SPOKANE — The Spokane Ag Show is one of the largest trade shows in the Northwest. For the first two days, it looks like any other big expo: booths with every p…

Updated 4 weeks, 1 day ago
WSDA to treat yards for Japanese beetles in Yakima, Benton and Franklin counties

OLYMPIA — The Washington State Department of Agriculture Pest Program is seeking permission from property owners in Yakima, Benton and Franklin counties to tre…

Updated 1 month ago
Basin Business Journal commodity report for Feb. 17, 2025

YAKIMA VALLEY AND WENATCHEE DISTRICT WASHINGTON APPLES: SUPPLY GOLDEN DELICIOUS AND HONEYCRISP LIGHT. DEMAND GOLDEN DELICIOUS AND HONEYCRISP GOOD, OTHERS MODERATE. MARKET ABOUT STEADY. Honeycrisp few present shi…

Updated 1 month, 1 week ago
Birding guides in the Basin

MOSES LAKE — As birding season continues in Eastern Washington; outdoor enthusiasts increasingly turn to local guides and outfitters to enhance their experienc…

Updated 1 month, 1 week ago
Lind Dryland Research Station keeps Washington on the cutting edge of wheat

LIND — Some of the driest of dry land in the Northwest is to be found in the middle of Adams County, Washington, where a team of scientists is working hard to …