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Spokane Seed provides product, knowledge backed by a century
Evolution is a thing in business as well as biology. Spokane Seed has been around for more than a century, and it …
Specialty land: Moses Lake agent specializes in complex ag land sales
MOSES LAKE — When it comes to real estate, agricultural sales are unique in what consumers have to consider. Things have changed since Anna Van Diest, farm …
‘A place for every ability’: Yakima coffee shop creates inclusive spot to work and sip
YAKIMA — Despite the name, Common Grounds Coffee Co. isn’t all about coffee. It’s about creating an inclusive space for people with disabilities and providing …
USDA grants aim to help plan for, prevent wildfires
ASHLAND, Ore. — The U.S. Forest Service announced it is giving nearly $25 million in grants to help plan for and prevent wildfires across Washington, according…
Planting numbers: Farming still crucial to Basin employment
MOSES LAKE — Despite the rise of manufacturing in the Columbia Basin, farming is still the base for all economic activity in the region. “I think about the …
Basin Business Journal commodity report
Here's how agricultural commodity prices have changed in the last month:
Wine and demand: Production increases while worldwide consumption decreases
KENNEWICK — There’s more wine out there than there are people drinking it, according to Christian Miller, a wine marketing specialist and researcher with Calif…
Rukke named acting pipeline safety director
LACEY, Wash. — The Washington State Utilities and Transportation Commission has named Scott Rukke acting director of the commission’s pipeline safety division, according to a commission press release. Rukke, who…
Farmers should factor in cost, benefits of crop insurance
OKANOGAN — In a way, farming bears an uncomfortable resemblance to the casinos in Monte Carlo or Las Vegas, minus the glamor of the former and the glitz of the…
Agriculture bills being considered by Washington Legislature
OLYMPIA — Several agriculture-related bills have been introduced in the 2023 session of the Washington Legislature, which started last week. Topics include fur…
Dertings named GCCA Cattlemen of the Year
EPHRATA, Wash. – Will and Nicole Derting were recognized as the 2022 Grant County Cattlemen of the Year at the Grant County Cattlemen’s Association banquet in …