The nomination process is now open for Washington potato growers interested in serving on the national board of Potatoes USA.

Agricultural professionals across Washington and the Pacific Northwest are invited to attend Growing with Biochar, a free, full-day training event designed to help participants understand how biochar can be effectively integrated into agricultural systems.

The Potato Leadership, Education, and Advancement Foundation (Potato LEAF) is now accepting applications for its 2027 Potato Industry Leadership Institute (PILI), an intensive leadership development program designed to prepare the next generation of leaders in the U.S. potato industry. Applications open August 1, 2026, and close October 16, 2026.

Potato growers across Washington face increasing challenges from extreme summer heat and wildfire smoke, making worker safety a critical part of daily operations. As fieldwork intensifies during the growing season, employers must comply with Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) regulations designed to protect employees from heat-related illness and smoke exposure.

Mark your calendars for the 2026 Pacific Northwest Fumigation Stewardship Training, returning this August with two convenient locations for growers and industry professionals.

The Washington State Potato Commission recently attended the 2026 Washington School Nutrition Association (WSNA) Annual Conference, where staff and Chef Brenda Wattles, RDN, spent time connecting with school nutrition professionals from across Washington.