August 26, 2022

Aug25

L&I updates draft policy to provide guidance on job posting requirements

L&I’s Employment Standards Program has made changes to its draft administrative policy that will give employers guidance on new job posting requirements. The changes are based on recent public feedback received. The program is now seeking public comment on the second draft of the policy.

 

Sep02

NEW LOW IN U.S. CONTAINER FREIGHT RATES

According to SHIFEX, the new trend in shipping rates indicates a power shift away from carriers.

 

Aug19

POTATO TRUCK DRIVER TRAINING VIDEO AVAILABLE

POTATO TRUCK DRIVER TRAINING VIDEO AVAILABLE

The Washington State Potato Commission in coordination with the Idaho Potato Commission and the Oregon Potato Commission has released a 16 minute training video for potato truck drivers.

Sep02

WSDA Brings More Washington-grown Foods to Schools

WSDA Brings More Washington-grown Foods to Schools

The Washington State Department of Agriculture is investing more than $3.5 million to get locally-grown food on school lunch trays across the state this coming school year.  WSDA notified 83 Farm to School purchasing grant award recipients this week and funds are eligible for reimbursement between Sept. 1, 2022, and June 30, 2023.

Aug25

WSU ARS Leafhopper Management Survey

Hello Potato, Vegetable, and Vegetable Seed Crop Producers in the Columbia Basin. Please help WSU and ARS understand beet leafhopper management practices by completing the short survey below.  The survey will take about 4 minutes to complete, and responses are anonymous.