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WSU Regents Professor elected president of global agricultural economists association

PULLMAN — As a longtime member of the International Association of Agricultural Economists (IAAE), Jill McCluskey …

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WSU unveils campaign for new Plant Growth Facility to transform tree fruit research

WENATCHEE — Washington State University will launch a fundraising campaign this fall to create a state-of-the-art space for tree fruit research: the new Plant …

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New nut on the block: Hazelnut farming takes root in Eastern Washington

WAPATO — In a landscape dominated by apple orchards and grape vineyards, hazelnut farming is entering the light in Eastern Washington, thanks to the pioneering…

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CWU president balances realism, optimism

ELLENSBURG — Central Washington University President Jim Wohlpart delivered his annual State of the University address Oct. 4, providing a snapshot of where the institution is today and where we are heading. Whi…

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Three honored by Moses Lake Ag Hall of Fame

MOSES LAKE — Three local farmers were inducted, one posthumously, into the Moses Lake Agriculture Hall of Fame earlier this month. The Hall of Fame, a func…

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Apple harvest 2024 close to recent norms, high in quality

ROYAL CITY — With the end of harvest in sight, it looks like 2024 is going to be a good year when it comes to the quality of Washington apples. “It’s a gre…

Updated 1 month ago
PNVA Conference and Trade show to blossom in Kennewick this November

KENNEWICK — The Pacific Northwest Vegetable Association Annual Conference and Trade Show is set to welcome participants this Nov. 13 and 14 at the Three Rivers…

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Walla Walla Fair and Frontier Days brings big names

WALLA WALLA — Fair time is in the air and the recently held Walla Walla Fair and Frontier Days was definitely one for the books. From rides to roping, there we…

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Othello Straw Maze the place for classic scary fun

OTHELLO — The straw maze sponsored by the Othello Rodeo Association is truly a family event, starting with the design. Straw maze chair Paula Robertson said …

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New grant will help researchers protect apples, pears from extreme climate events

WENATCHEE — Washington State University scientists will lead nationwide research addressing the impact of extreme temperatures on apple and pear crops. Lee…