Pacific Northwest Ag Network

The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association announced its continued support of the USDA’s aggressive plan to combat the spread of New World screwworm.

The cattle industry isn’t the only part of the livestock sector with low inventory. Jim Matheson, executive director of the National Bison Association, says his producers are in a similar situation.

As Americans nationwide gear up to celebrate Independence Day, families planning a cookout celebration should plan to spend about the same as they did last year.

Food-at-home prices increased in April at a 2% annual pace, down from 2.4% in March, according to Consumer Price Index data.  According to Bureau of Labor Statistics, across-the-board inflation ticked down last month to 2.3%, its lowest rate since February 2021.  It’...

Clutter and disorganization aren’t just physical issues.  They can cause stress, anxiety, sleep issues, and other mental health challenges.  But getting rid of the clutter can be overwhelming. Oklahoma State AARP Director Sean Voskuhl said as people age, they can face very big challenges around downsizing.   “AARP ...

Bitter cold weather experienced by several parts of the nation over the past two weeks that even included locales like a stretch of the Deep South where sub freezing temperatures and even snow are rare occurrences. In some cases, the power outages caused by these conditions served as a reminder in food safety...

Honey bees and their keepers have been having quite a bit of trouble keeping the colonies strong and alive. You may remember the news headlines started about 15-16 years ago. Headlines about millions of bee colonies dying off, or in some cases, the bees were just disappearing, with the nation's beekeepers losing 30 to 50% of their colonies every year...

APHIS allocates $12 million for states, tribes, and universities to combat chronic wasting disease in deer and elk.

University of Idaho Extension 4-H Youth Development has received a grant to teach children about agricultural science and technology and introduce them to career opportunities in the field.

Today, the John Deere Foundation is celebrating 75 years of supporting families who live, work, and learn in John Deere home communities and around the world.