OLYMPIA POTATO DAY A SUCCESS

his week potato farmers gathered in Olympia to meet with the lieutenant governor, state legislators, staff members, and agency personnel. The Olympia campus was buzzing with excitement as 1,600 baked potatoes were served to potato lovers in Olympia. Grower perspectives were shared, communicating various challenges, and expressing the need to fix the fee exemption on fuels used for agricultural purposes under the Climate Commitment Act. Farmers discussed concerns regarding the cost of ag overtime, proposed regulations managing refrigerants, and showed support for the four lower Snake River dams. Olympia Potato Day continues to be one of the most popular days during each year’s legislative session.