Idaho Ag Today

We made it up to Genesee, Idaho last fall and met with Genesee Joe Anderson.

Every Idaho farmer expects to have a few big game animals feeding in their pastures from time to time. But over 1000 elk???

On December 2nd, the Boise Office of the Idaho Farm Bureau Federation at the corner of 5th and Washington downtown Boise was demolished.

Idaho again led the nation in barley production this year

Georgia Harrison, a University of Idaho plant sciences graduate student, was encouraged by the healthy native plant communities in her experimental plot.

Years ago, famous radio broadcaster Paul Harvey gave all of us in the ag community a fabulous gift. So God made a Farmer

"Buying Local" has become important for many consumers, but there's a shortage of local butcher shop facilities and skilled employees.

The Idaho State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) recently led an agricultural trade mission to Vietnam.

Idaho Farm Bureau Federation's 2025 President's Cup Winners - Carl & Linda Montgomery of Eden, Idaho

Agricultural nutrient and waste management discoveries.

I asked USDA research economist Catharine Weber about the quantity of potatoes consumed by people both in our country and world-wide.

Potatoes...They are the stuff of songs world wide. Who knows that more about this subject than those of us living and loving in Idaho.

I talked with Idaho State Executive Director for the Farm Service Agency (FSA), Kevin Andrus about some new disaster relief programs.

Caldwell farmer Matt Dorsey is the new president of Idaho Farm Bureau Federation, the state's largest general farm organization.

Fresh, nutrient dense feed grown indoors on your farm every day of the year.

I talked with Idaho State Executive Director for the Farm Service Agency (FSA), Kevin Andrus about some new disaster relief programs.

Donald J. Trump announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture will make $12 billion available in one time bridge payments to American farmers.

State Executive Director for the Farm Service Agency (FSA), Kevin Andrus, describes some new disaster relief programs.

New estimates show farmworkers stand to lose $4.4 to $5.4 billion annually.

A recent trip to Mexico bodes well for Idaho Ag producers.

More dairy production projected for 2025 and 26 at USDA's latest outlook.

The American Relief Act, 2025, provides up to $1.65 million in Milk Loss Program (MLP) payments to eligible dairy operations for milk losses due to weather.

The top barley state is, again, Idaho.

Idaho Water Resource Board approves 38 Aging Infrastructure Grants for $22.9 million, increases ESPA recharge goal in State Water Plan.

More than 50 years ago, the parents of Cary Schwarz gave him a Tandy Leathercraft kit, starting his lifelong fascination with leather.

Americans are preparing more meals at home these days.

Notes on Pacific NW Water Supply Fall meeting at Boise State University.

Taiwan's recent pledge to buy $1.2 billion worth of U.S. wheat over the next three years, much of it from Idaho, was more than just a ceremonial commitment.

The top barley state is, again, Idaho

Idaho Farm Bureau employees saluted hundreds of local U.S. military veterans for their service during the 13th Annual Farm Bureau Salute to Idaho Veterans.

Idaho Farm Bureau employees saluted hundreds of local U.S. military veterans for their service during the 13th Annual Farm Bureau Salute to Idaho Veterans.

The Idaho State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) is strongly recommending the cancellation of upcoming equine events in Idaho

Eric and Sheila Hasselstrom of Winchester Ridge Farms are experimenting with new farming methods to help improve soil, crop quality and their bottom line.

2025 water year was a mixed bag in Idaho.

Idaho and U.S. farmers are currently facing tough financial challenges and many are struggling to stay in business.

Valley High School restarting ag program

Notes on Pacific NW Water Supply Fall meeting at Boise State University … 11/4/25

Food and Drug Administration authorized the use of a barley health claim.

Drones and beneficial insect release.

Notes on Pacific NW Water Supply Fall meeting at Boise State University.

Idaho and U.S. potato farmers had hopes that the recent trade agreement with Japan would include market access for fresh U.S. potatoes.

Ridenbaugh Canal Headworks Modernization Project.