The Washington State Potato Commission (WSPC) gathered in Coeur d’Alene, WA on June 17, 2025, for the final Commission meeting of the fiscal year—and a significant milestone in Commission leadership. This meeting marked the last official Commission meeting for Kraig Knutzen of Burlington, WA, who will retire from the Commission on June 30,2025 after nearly a decade of dedicated service. Kraig has served as a Commissioner since 2016, including the past year as Chair.

Washington State University (WSU) Mount Vernon Northwestern Washington Research & Extension Center (NWREC) is going to host the three upcoming Horticultural Weed Scientist candidates’ stakeholder presentations.

Experts will share the state of current research on potatoes at the Washington State University Potato Field Day, Thursday, June 26, 2025  in Othello, Washington.

Plan to attend Oregon State University's (OSU) Field Day. It will take place on June 25, 2025 in Hermiston, Oregon. 

Food safety is key to fresh produce industry.  Employees who are involved in the development and implementation of food safety programs must receive foundational training to accurately identify hazards and develop programs to effectively mitigate risk.

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced they are issuing up to $10 billion directly to agricultural producers through the Emergency Commodity Assistance Program (ECAP).

Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) is opening the Farm to School Purchasing Grant application for the 2025–2027 biennium. Applications are due by 5:00 PM PST on July 3, 2025.

Selling your used farm equipment or looking to buy?  It just got easier, Spud Seller is now up and running and available for you!

Don't miss out! Washington State University is hosting it's annual Field Day in Othello, Washington on June 26, 2025.