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.

Potatoes USA is pleased to announce that nominations are now open for its 2026 board members. A total of 49 board seats are available, including three-year and two-year terms. All terms will begin in March 2026.

The Potato Leadership, Education, and Advancement Foundation (Potato LEAF) has opened the application period for one graduate level academic scholarship for $10,000.00.

The Washington State Potato Commission was proud to participate in the annual Ag World Golf Tournament benefiting Ronald McDonald House Charities. We served up our delicious Washington French fries donated by Simplot to hungry golfers at two incredible events—Tuesday, June 3rd at Canyon Lakes Golf Course in Kennewick and Thursday, June 5th at The Links at Moses Pointe in Moses Lake.

Seasonal wildfires in our area can fill the sky with smoke, and exposure to smoke presents health risks to all workers, especially those working outside.

Washington’s potato industry continues to be a major economic driver for the state—especially in rural communities east of the Cascades. In 2024, total sales of Washington-grown potatoes reached $1.185 billion, with the value of processed potato product exports soaring to $4.42 billion.

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.

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