Pacific Northwest
Efforts made to revive Inchelium Red garlic in Washington state
Washington State University Extension is working to revitalize a true native that’s never really gotten a time to shine. Inchelium Red garlic, which is native to the land around Inchelium, Washington, is the oldest strain... more »
Columbia Basin Agricultural Research Center to be run by Calderón
The College of Agricultural Sciences at Oregon State University has named Francisco José Calderón as the new director for the Columbia Basin Agricultural Research Center (CBARC). Calderón replaces Clive Kaiser who had served as interim... more »
WSU water survey: Okanogan, Methow, Walla Walla, Yakima basins
Washington State University this winter will survey irrigated farm owners in the Okanogan, Methow, Walla Walla and Yakima river basins. The survey will help scientists better understand farmers’ views about how water is and should... more »
WSU seeks lead scientist for potato soil health
Washington State University has launched a national search for a top scientist to lead research into healthier, more sustainable and productive soils for the potato industry. Scot Hulbert, Associate Dean for... more »
Since March, more than 20 farms in Washington cited for COVID-19 violations
The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) has conducted 384 agricultural workplace safety and health inspections so far this year to help make sure farmworkers are safe on the job. One hundred thirty of those... more »
WSU creates endowed chair in soil health to support potato agriculture
Launching new research in support of Washington potato growers, Washington State University is partnering with industry leaders to study healthier, more sustainable and productive soils. Backed by a more-than-$3 million fund created by potato growers,... more »
Washington State’s Lewis to direct Ag and Natural Resources Program
Tree Fruit Extension Specialist Karen Lewis is the new director of Washington State University (WSU) Extension’s Agriculture and Natural Resources (ANR) Program Unit. Hired as ANR director on Nov. 1, 2020, Lewis has served as... more »
COVID-19 protections for agricultural workers extended in Oregon
Oregon Gov. Kate Brown on Oct. 23 extended COVID-19 protections for agricultural workers in employer-provided housing through the off season. Executive Order 20-58 addresses requirements related to physical distancing, sanitation, and isolation in order to... more »