Agriculture labor reform gets bipartisan support
More than 50 members of Congress co-sponsored a bipartisan bill that will reform H-2A visa program.
Agriculture
Now is the time to reform our agricultural labor laws – Guest Commentary
Courtesy of U.S. Rep. Dan Newhouse – Washington’s Fourth District
In Washington state, the need for a reliable workforce is well known among farmers and ranchers. Our region produces high-quality specialty crops, many of which are labor-intensive. Farmers are struggling given current economic conditions; a recent USDA
Viva Farms sets groundwork for career in agriculture
With properties in Skagit and King counties comprising more than 100 acres, Viva Farms provides training for aspiring farmers.
Sustainable dairy digester programs receive $13.8 million Commerce investment
Funding will help reduce methane, wastewater from dairy manure and organic waste
Applications open for Snohomish County Conservation Futures grants
Up to $9 million in grant funding available for preservation of open space, ag land, and timberland.
Grain project at Port of Chehalis boosts farmers in southwest Washington
Grain growers gets help to transport their crops.
Meat processing facility in Tenino moves forward
New center will help fill a long-standing gap for area ranchers.