Washington potato growers planning equipment investments may want to take a close look at a new funding opportunity from the Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA). Beginning September 4, 2026, WSDA will begin accepting applications for its new Climate Smart Farm Equipment Grant, a reimbursement program designed to help producers purchase equipment that improves efficiency while supporting soil health and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

The Washington State Department of Ecology (Ecology) has released its draft 2027 workload analysis, program budget and proposed fee structure for the state’s Refrigerant Management Program.

Washington State University (WSU) researchers are asking potato growers to participate in a brief five-minute online survey on the use of biopesticides in potato production.