Washington State Farm Bureau Report

When feedstocks are tight, think outside the box. That advice comes from Joe Bender, veterinarian and a professor at the University of Pennsylvania.

The full-year USDA spending bill, which was a part of the bill that reopened the government, was a rare point of bipartisan agreement as the House voted this week.

Kam Quarles, CEO at the National Potato Council, says tariffs create leverage and that leverage creates opportunity … but you've got to use the leverage in the right way.

Potato Expo 2026, North America's largest annual potato industry conference and trade show, is fast approaching, January 6-8 in Dallas, Texas.

As you plan your holiday cooking, baking and gift-giving, consider local farm products.

The National Potato Council is very disappointed with the U.S.-Japan trade agreement reached last week.

It's a big week for President Trump's tariffs and the SNAP food stamp program, with both issues before the courts.

If you are planning to attend the Potato Expo January 6-8 in Dallas, Texas, but have yet to register, your chance to save a little on your registration ends tomorrow, January 7th.

With La Nina now firmly in place, our upcoming winter months should be a bit cooler and a bit wetter than average.

Since 1976, there have been 21 federal government shutdowns, and this one is now one of the longest. But between Republicans and Democrats, who will blink first?

In a 51-47 vote, the US Senate voted to end President Trump's global tariffs sending the measure to the House, while the US Supreme Court may have the final word.

Trade is certainly a hot topic among the ag community, with farmers and ranchers facing concerns on a number of fronts.

The National Farmers Union continues to focus on key policy priorities, including the urgent need for a new farm bill.

American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall says President Trump's plan to increase beef imports from places like Argentina threatens an already fragile recovery for cattle farmers and the industry in general

President Trump fired back at American cattle producers upset by his plan to buy beef from Argentina to help lower beef prices in the U.S. StoneX's Arlan Suderman responds.

USDA recently announced that Farm Service Agency offices will reopen despite the ongoing stalemate in funding the federal government.

A recent report takes a look at tariffs and the impact on American agriculture for this year and next.

The government shutdown enters its fourth week with no end in sight, while pressure builds for emergency farm aid and a deal to reopen China to U.S. soybeans.

First, there were claims that potatoes weren't vegetables. And now, certain advocacy groups have shifted their efforts and instead want potatoes categorized with grains.

First, there were claims that potatoes weren't vegetables. And now, certain advocacy groups have shifted their efforts and instead want potatoes categorized with grains.

Potatoes USA, the marketing arm for U.S.-grown potatoes, is putting together an artificial intelligence tool to combat misinformation on social media.

Potatoes USA, the marketing arm for U.S.-grown potatoes, is putting together an artificial intelligence tool to combat misinformation on social media.

Jay Theiler (Tyler) is the Chair-Elect for the U.S. Meat Export Federation and recently traveled to the United Kingdom on a trade mission with Idaho Governor Brad Little.

President Trump tried to calm fears after announcing an additional 100% tariff on China over its latest trade actions and may still meet with Chinese leaders.

Depending on how soon the government shutdown ends, American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall says it has the potential to impact next year's crops for farmers across the country.

We are seeing today's technological advancements everywhere, even in agriculture where AI and automation are becoming increasingly common, and Keith Veselka, CEO and Co-founder of NWFM, Northwest Farm Management, says it's not slowing down.

Kate Tynan, Senior Vice President at the Northwest Horticultural Council, says the DOL's announcement on reforming AEWR calculations comes at a good time and could help growers become sustainable once again.

We're seeing warning signs in the farm economy when it comes to tariff disputes, and American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall says they're taking a toll on agriculture.

USDA has staff in Mexico seeking answers to why a cow infected with New World Screwworm was relocated from southern Mexico to within 70 miles of the US border.

As the weather turns cooler across the US, many shoppers are beginning to plan holiday meals.

Sam Kieffer, vice president of public policy for the American Farm Bureau Federation, says today's economic struggles for farmers is a rare intersection of high expenses and low income.

The federal government shutdown is now UNlikely to end before Monday, at least.

A news story recently sent confusion and concern throughout the ag community when it was reported Northwest Farm Management was permanently laying off nearly 300 workers.

A new report from the Animal Agriculture Alliance shows so-called animal activist groups raise quite a bit of money for their anti-meat activities each year.

Beef demand has remained surprisingly strong despite record-high prices, which has been a remarkable trend.

At a recent meeting with media, U.S. Representative Dan Newhouse was asked if he thought farmers had a lot of challenges in front of them right now.

The potential closing of Farm Service Agency offices is a big concern for farmers because of the essential services they provide.

USDA has updated its farm sector income forecast for 2025 and projects rising incomes countered by rising costs.

Net farm income is expected to increase more than 40% from last year. And at first glance, American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall says those numbers might give some farmers reason for optimism ... but!

The ag community has been calling for reform of the H-2A foreign guestworker visa program for years with little to show for their efforts.

On the ‘Elephant in the Dome' podcast, State Senator John Braun said farmers are often the target of an urban vs rural take on a couple of different issues.

More and more attention is being paid to biofuels and the fuel combinations available to consumers.