The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has confirmed the presence of golden nematode on a potato farm in Manitoba, marking the first detection of the quarantine pest in the province.

Washington's potato industry depends on attracting talented young people into careers that support production agriculture, research, technology, agribusiness, and food systems. This fall, potato growers and industry partners will have an excellent opportunity to do just that at the Washington State University College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences (CAHNRS) Career Fair & Networking Night.

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

The Washington State Potato Commission joined thousands of attendees at the Moses Lake Airshow on June 12 and 13, serving hot McCain French fries while celebrating one of the region's premier community events.

The USDA is currently accepting nominations for the 2026 FSA County Committee elections. These locally elected committees play an important role in ensuring federal farm programs are administered effectively and fairly at the county level.

As automation and precision agriculture continue to reshape modern farming, Washington potato growers have a unique opportunity to see the latest innovations firsthand at FIRA USA 2026. The international AgTech and agricultural robotics event will take place October 20–22, 2026, in Yakima, Washington, bringing together growers, researchers, equipment manufacturers, and technology companies from around the world.