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EASTERN WASHINGTON - A BOOMING BLUEBERRY REGION

#DidYouKnow that Washington State continually ranks as one of the top blueberry-producing states in the nation? Until recently, most blueberries grown in the state were grown in Western Washington where the acidic soils closely match the blueberries’ native habitat. Today, 40% of Washington’s...Read more

EMPTY SHIPPING CONTAINERS ARE DISRUPTING WASHINGTON'S AG EXPORTS

Throughout Washington State agricultural products that should be on their way to Europe and Asia via container ships are instead at a standstill. Demand is strong but COVID-19 has unexpectedly affected the global shipping market in a way that experts did not anticipate. When the pandemic began last...Read more

CAN WEEDS BE CONVERTED INTO COVER CROPS?

Washington State University is taking part in a multi-institutional research project, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy, to help develop a winter cover crop that can thrive in the Pacific Northwest and beyond. Cover crops are different from cash crops as their primary job is to improve the...Read more

SOLD! WALLA WALLA DRYLAND WHEAT & CRP FARM

ATG is proud to announce the sale of a dryland wheat and CRP farm in Walla Walla County. The Walla Walla Valley has long been known as one of the most fertile agricultural areas in the nation. The climate of the valley is ideal for dryland grain production and is known for producing high-quality...Read more

AMERICANS ARE LEAVING URBAN CITIES FOR RURAL LIFE

For years rural areas have experienced a ‘brain drain’ as educated, professional Americans left rural areas in search of better pay and living conditions. Small towns lost some of their most talented young people as they migrated to bigger cities for education and training and never returned home...Read more

WASHINGTON - THE DARK HORSE IN THE POTATO INDUSTRY

Although Washington ranks second in the nation behind Idaho in potato production, many people would be surprised to learn that Washington ranks first in yield per acre. The rich volcanic soil, long growing season, availability of water and climatic conditions in Washington State combine to produce...Read more

SOLD! WALLA WALLA AVA VINEYARD IN SEVEIN PROJECT

2020 ended with a flurry of transactions for Agribusiness Trading Group. ATG recently closed two vineyard transactions in the Walla Walla Valley AVA, where rich soils and a unique climate combine to produce world-class wine grapes. The Walla Walla Valley, which is also a major wheat and onion...Read more

THE DIGITAL DIVIDE IN RURAL AMERICA

A recent USDA report on farm computer usage and ownership found that 52 percent of farmers rely on smartphones to conduct farm business. As a result, agricultural advisors are turning to smartphone apps to deliver research-based information via a platform that is easily accessible by as many people...Read more

CANNED WINE - POPULAR, PRACTICAL, AND PORTABLE

Millennials are predicted to overcome Gen Xers as the biggest fine wine drinking generation by 2026. Wine consumption is up among Millennials, but that is not apparent from the way it is being advertised. Marketing around tasting notes, points and industry terms has made wine feel intimidating to...Read more

WILLAMETTE VALLEY - THE PREMIER DESTINATION FOR PINOT NOIR IN THE U.S.

Eight wineries from the Willamette Valley were recently named to Wine & Spirits’ 2020 Top 100 Wineries. The list is a diverse collection of wines from around the world that are selected from a blind tasting process. The Willamette Valley is Oregon’s leading wine region, home to two-thirds of...Read more

The Christmas Crop - Growing Christmas Trees in the PNW

According to data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Christmas tree farms cover almost 350,000 acres of land, an area that is about the size of Los Angeles. Christmas trees are now as much a crop as is wheat, soybeans, or grass seed. The Pacific Northwest is not only the largest, but also the...Read more

WHERE'S THE BEEF?

USDA analysts believed that 2020 would be a big year for America’s meat industry with record-setting red meat and poultry production. Economic growth and low unemployment were projected to boost the demand for animal protein, but then came COVID-19. Farms were packed plum full of animals raised for...Read more

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