Stripe rust report
Keys to controlling stripe rust in the PNW are planting resistant varieties, spraying fungicides as needed.
Growing market looks to U.S.
Trade development activities help feed increasing wheat consumption in Philippines
Soil health in dryland agriculture
This WSDA soil health scientist’s goal is to help growers apply farming practices that support multiple soil functions and minimize degradation.
Watch for stripe rust with smartphones
Next time when you bring your smartphone to your fields, you may use it to detect stripe rust, especially during the disease’s early stages when rust is not easy to spot.
Elevating agriculture’s voice
While the issues surrounding agriculture seem to never end, it is encouraging to find instances where our voice is heard, and decision-makers implement policy to address our issues.
Join our team!
Join our team! The Washington Grain Commission is looking for a dynamic career-oriented individual to be our next Program Director. This position will support the Commission’s implementation of market promotion, research and education programs on behalf of small grain farmers in Washington state.
2021 takes its toll on Washington barley yields
Once again, Washington saw another dip in planted barley acres in 2021. The drought reduced average yield by an astounding 58 bushels and the Washington State University spring barley variety trials saw very similar trends in 2021.