February 2, 2024

Jan31

2024 WA OR POTATO CONFERENCE ATTENDANCE BREAKS RECORD

2024 WA OR POTATO CONFERENCE ATTENDANCE BREAKS RECORD

Thank you, attendees, exhibitors, and sponsors, for participating in another successful WA OR Potato Conference.

Jan09

APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN TO TAKE PART IN THE FINAL YEAR OF THE STATE OF THE SOILS ASSESSMENT

The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) has opened applications for growers, graduate students, agricultural professionals, and conservation district staff interested in contributing to the State of the Soils Assessment.

Sep20

ATTEND THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA) AGRICULTURAL OUTLOOK FORUM ON FEBRUARY 15-16, 2024

ATTEND THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA) AGRICULTURAL OUTLOOK FORUM ON FEBRUARY 15-16, 2024

USDA is holding it’s 100th Annual Agricultural Outlook Forum “Cultivating the Future” in Arlington, Virgina at the Crystal City Gateway on February 15-16, 2024.

Jan10

BE A PART OF DEVELOPING SOLUTIONS, TAKE THE WSDA CLIMATE RESILIENCE SURVEY TODAY

BE A PART OF DEVELOPING SOLUTIONS, TAKE THE WSDA CLIMATE RESILIENCE SURVEY TODAY

The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) needs to understand the needs and experiences of Washington producers and agricultural advisors to develop a Climate Resilience Plan for Washington agriculture, so please take a few moments to complete the WSDA Climate Resilience Survey today.

Jan05

BOARD MEMBERSHIP CHANGES TO POTATOES USA

BOARD MEMBERSHIP CHANGES TO POTATOES USA

After a substantial review period involving the Potatoes USA staff, board members, growers and other industry participants, the Potatoes USA Board will be changing it’s membership by revising the formula to determine the number of producers and importer seats on the board. 

Jan05

DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY PROVIDES CLAIM FORMS COMMENT PERIOD FOR THE WRIA 1 NOOKSACK BASIN ADJUDICATION

DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY PROVIDES CLAIM FORMS COMMENT PERIOD FOR THE WRIA 1 NOOKSACK BASIN ADJUDICATION

The Department of Ecology's Water Resources Program is holding a 60-day comment period as required by RCW 90.03.140(3).

Jan08

OLYMPIA POTATO DAY

Farmers will gather in Olympia February 20, 2024, and meet with state legislators, staff members, and agency personnel.

Feb02

POTATO LEAF PROMOTES NEW ‘LEADERSHIP IN THE FIELD’ PROGRAM

POTATO LEAF PROMOTES NEW ‘LEADERSHIP IN THE FIELD’ PROGRAM

Gettysburg National Military Park in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania will be the setting for the Leadership, Education, and Advancement Foundation’s (Potato LEAF) new leadership program entitled Leadership in the Field: From Battlefield to Potato Field.

Jan18

SOILCON24 SCHEDULED FOR FEBRUARY 2024

SOILCON24 SCHEDULED FOR FEBRUARY 2024

This year, SoilCon24 will be exploring diverse solutions to advance health in diverse soils.

Jan19

“CELEBRATION OF LIFE” FOR POTATO COMMISSIONER, MIKE MADSEN

“CELEBRATION OF LIFE” FOR POTATO COMMISSIONER, MIKE MADSEN

A Celebration of Life service has been scheduled for Mike on February 16, at 1pm, in Hermiston, Oregon.