The focus of this report is to keep local farmers, ranchers and agribusiness men and women up to date on agriculture industry issues which affect the Washington states rural economy. Bob Larson host of the program covers a broad array of topics; from farm human interest stories, to labor issues, state sponsored trade missions, crop outlook assessments, USDA risk management announcements and animal health stories are examples of the types of news topic categories covered each month.
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The Farm Stress podcast focuses on supporting farmers, farm families, and workers in the commercial agriculture industry who are experiencing stress. In each podcast, we will tackle topics that challenge our farming community, provide constructive suggestions, and build awareness around the potentially stressful conditions affecting farmers.
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With the new year underway and a new President soon to be sworn in, and his new cabinet, many in agriculture are wondering what to expect from Ag Secretary nominee, Brooke Rollins.
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In this episode, Jill talks to Gregory Summerson from Lake City Fire Department to share information about wildfires. We will discuss causes, how to prevent wildfires, and how to identify if you are in a high risk area. Gregory is the Assistant Fire Chief who shares his knowledge and experience to help people before, during and after a potential ti…
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With the new year underway and a new President soon to be sworn in, and his new cabinet, many in agriculture are wondering what to expect from Ag Secretary nominee, Brooke Rollins.
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Farmers in Washington state are being forced out of business by the growing number of challenges thrown at them, and 10th District Senator, and farmer, Ron Muzzall says one of those challenges is our new cage-free policy enacted for egg producers.
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Farmers in Washington state are being forced out of business by the growing number of challenges thrown at them, and 10th District Senator, and farmer, Ron Muzzall says one of those challenges is our new cage-free policy enacted for egg producers.
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Potatoes USA President Blair Richardson explains how they’ll use AI to help fix some of the more common misperceptions about potatoes.
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Potatoes USA President Blair Richardson explains how they’ll use AI to help fix some of the more common misperceptions about potatoes.
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Sustainability, and how it’s best done, means different things to different people, and Samantha Werth, director of sustainability with the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, says that includes the beef industry.
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Sustainability, and how it’s best done, means different things to different people, and Samantha Werth, director of sustainability with the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, says that includes the beef industry.
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The U.S. potato industry has seen quite the turnaround in volume the past year with a pretty healthy rebound.
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The U.S. potato industry has seen quite the turnaround in volume the past year with a pretty healthy rebound.
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More and more attention is being paid to biofuels and the fuel combinations available to consumers.
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More and more attention is being paid to biofuels and the fuel combinations available to consumers.
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National Council of Farmer Cooperatives President and CEO, says with the new year and new Congress coming, there’s no reason they shouldn’t be able to get a new Farm Bill done sooner than later.
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Many in the ag industry are worried about what the Trump administration could mean for their livelihoods with concerns over things like new tariffs and the deportation of ag workers, but National Potato Council CEO Kam Quarles says let's wait and see what happens first.
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Many in the ag industry are worried about what the Trump administration could mean for their livelihoods with concerns over things like new tariffs and the deportation of ag workers, but National Potato Council CEO Kam Quarles says let's wait and see what happens first.
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As the clock in the lame duck session of Congress ticks away, priorities for the agricultural industry don’t appear to be at the top of the list.
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As the clock in the lame duck session of Congress ticks away, priorities for the agricultural industry don’t appear to be at the top of the list.
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The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association is disappointed by some of the changes proposed by the 2025 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee.
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The next big use for drones might be using them to haze wolves that are attacking cattle. In Oregon, the USDA Wildlife Service’s Southwest District Supervisor, Paul Wolf says they really weren’t too sure what to expect.
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The next big use for drones might be using them to haze wolves that are attacking cattle. In Oregon, the USDA Wildlife Service’s Southwest District Supervisor, Paul Wolf says they really weren’t too sure what to expect.
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Instead of removing potatoes from the vegetable category, it appears recently proposed changes in the Dietary Guidelines for Americans are more focused on their starch content, which Kam Quarles, CEO of the National Potato Council says is still misguided.
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Instead of removing potatoes from the vegetable category, it appears recently proposed changes in the Dietary Guidelines for Americans are more focused on their starch content, which Kam Quarles, CEO of the National Potato Council says is still misguided.
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Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor says when it comes to fueling up your cars, many people aren’t all that familiar with E15, but should be.
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Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor says when it comes to fueling up your cars, many people aren’t all that familiar with E15, but should be.
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Syngenta’s Senior Manager of Federal Government and Industry Relations, Mary Kay Thatcher says she’s doubtful that a new farm bill will get done during this lame duck session of Congress.
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Syngenta’s Senior Manager of Federal Government and Industry Relations, Mary Kay Thatcher says she’s doubtful that a new farm bill will get done during this lame duck session of Congress.
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Rob Larew, president of the National Farmers Union, says the trade imbalance for agriculture will draw much of the attention as we move into the new year.
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Rob Larew, president of the National Farmers Union, says the trade imbalance for agriculture will draw much of the attention as we move into the new year.
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Weather trends with Bob Smerbeck
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In this episode, Amber talks with Bob Smerbeck from Accuweather to get insight into weather trends and how Accuweather services can help farming families. Bob is a Senior Meteorologist who shares how his interest in weather-watching developed into a career. To stay up-to-date on changing weather conditions, check out Accuweather's website at https:…
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Kelly Bristow, Registered Dietitian with Bayer, says they are pushing for more access to healthier foods for hungry people … and that begins with fruits and vegetables.
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Kelly Bristow, Registered Dietitian with Bayer, says they are pushing for more access to healthier foods for hungry people … and that begins with fruits and vegetables.
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Ag experts agree that a new farm bill is now unlikely until next year when the new Congress is in session.
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Western ranchers and lawmakers are rallying behind bills aimed at using livestock grazing to help prevent wildfires.
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Western ranchers and lawmakers are rallying behind bills aimed at using livestock grazing to help prevent wildfires.
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In this episode, we'll talk with Dr. Billingsley from Penn State Health. Dr. Billingsley, an experienced dermatologist, talks about sun safety and skin cancer prevention strategies for the agricultural community. She shared the resource https://www.aad.org/public/public-health/skin-cancer-screenings to locate a free skin cancer screening near you. …
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With all the debate about clean energy these days, propane has not been getting much attention as other options.
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With all the debate about clean energy these days, propane has not been getting much attention as other options.
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With a trade imbalance favoring ag imports over ag exports the past few years, the coming months will answer a lot of questions for farmers and ranchers.
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The final Ag trade deficit for fiscal year 2024 was even more of a record than USDA expected, and 2025 could be worse.
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Stress Due to Climate Change with Addie Candib and Dr. Bonnie McGill
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While farmers may not think about climate change on a regular basis, cumulative changes in day to day farm operations due to changes in our climate can impact farm operations. Join Addie Candib and Dr. Bonnie McGill of American Farmland Trust as they share insights on agriculture can be part of the solution. Episode host: Ginger Fenton, Guests: Add…
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As our online shopping options continue to grow, Kurt Campbell, VP of Agricultural Sales at BigIron Auctions, says the company began in the early 80s and has since transitioned to online.
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As our online shopping options continue to grow, Kurt Campbell, VP of Agricultural Sales at BigIron Auctions, says the company began in the early 80s and has since transitioned to online.
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With the holidays nearly upon us, Ryan MacKay, an American Farm Bureau Young Farmers & Ranchers Committee member, says shopping local leads to a number of benefits.
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With farmers up against tight margins and continuing to wait on a new Farm Bill, the Farm Assistance and Revenue Mitigation Act, or FARM Act, has been introduced in Congress to help offset some of that financial pressure.
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With farmers up against tight margins and continuing to wait on a new Farm Bill, the Farm Assistance and Revenue Mitigation Act, or FARM Act, has been introduced in Congress to help offset some of that financial pressure.
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Canadian reaction to the news that Donald Trump will return to the White House has been mixed.
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The American Farm Bureau and other major farm groups congratulated President-elect Trump, vowing to work with him and Congressional leaders to advance top Ag priorities, including a new farm bill.
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As the Dietary Guidelines are put together for 2025, as they are every five years, a question has come up that has many baffled; are potatoes a vegetable? Food Direction CEO Beth Johnson says it’s a question activist are raising, but she’s not sure why.
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As the Dietary Guidelines are put together for 2025, as they are every five years, a question has come up that has many baffled; are potatoes a vegetable? Food Direction CEO Beth Johnson says it’s a question activist are raising, but she’s not sure why.
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