From the Washington State Potato Commission, we wish our potato-growing farms a Happy New Year and extend our sincere thanks for all you do to sustain Washington agriculture.

It's the last week to grab your pre-registration tickets at half price! Attendee registration is still open for the 2026 WA/OR Potato Conference, taking place January 27–29, 2026, at the Three Rivers Convention Center in Kennewick, Washington.

Mark your calendars and register now! The Washington State Potato Commission (WSPC) is excited to announce our 3rd annual FREE Potato Academy, taking place February 13, 2026, at the Best Western Hotel located at 3000 W Marina Drive, Moses Lake, Washington, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

On December 30, 2025, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins released a press release announcing new USDA research and development priorities for 2026, outlining how federal research investments will be focused to support producers, strengthen agricultural competitiveness, and improve long-term sustainability.

The Washington State Potato Foundation (WSPF) is seeking friendly, supportive volunteers to serve as judges for the 2nd Annual Future Farmers of America (FFA) Speaking Contests on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at Springhill Suites in their Vista Room.

Mark your calendars!  Season 13 of WA Grown officially premieres January 3, 2026 and Washington potatoes are front and center in the season’s first potato-focused episode airing January 10, 2026.

The Washington Potato & Onion Association (WPOA) invites growers, managers, and ag employers to a timely and practical workshop, Navigating Labor Laws in Agricultural Employment, designed to help agricultural operations understand and manage today’s complex labor and employment landscape.

The Washington State Department of Agriculture has released a new video breaking down the recent changes to Certification & Training (C&T) rules impacting pesticide applicators and trainers across the state.