Idaho Ag Today

Seaweed instead of hay 04.06.2026 ↓

Climate change is forcing producers and scientists to rethink some of our long-held assumptions about livestock nutrition.

Taproots 03.06.2026 ↓

A new organization in Idaho’s Treasure Valley area seeks to create a farm incubator where new farmers can rent small pieces of land.

Potato challenges 02.06.2026 ↓

Potato growers face some hard challengesIt’s been a tough couple of years for U.S. and Idaho potato growers.

Lost Valley Reservoir 01.06.2026 ↓

A plan that has been in the works for decades to increase the water storage capacity at the Lost Valley Reservoir in Adams county, Idaho.

Specialty Crop Block Grant 29.05.2026 ↓

Some things states and specialty crop stakeholders should know about this year's USDA Specialty Crop Block Grant program.

After FFA 28.05.2026 ↓

What's the next step after FFA?

Emerging Farmers 26.05.2026 ↓

Taproots Farm Hub hosted its Emerging Farmers Field Day in the Dry Creek Valley north of Boise.

Drone firefighter 25.05.2026 ↓

U of I tests drone for reseeding research ranch following wildfire.

Seed Treatments 22.05.2026 ↓

At the moment a seed is planted, seed treatments play a crucial role by providing protection against diseases, insects, and nematode pressure.

Pheromones and insect pests 21.05.2026 ↓

Commercial vegetable growers face common threats to their produce.

CHINA TO BUY $17 BILLION AG 20.05.2026 ↓

Politico's Ari Hawkins reported that "China will purchase at least $17 billion in U.S. agricultural products annually through 2028.

Specialty Crop Block Grant 20.05.2026 ↓

Some things states and specialty crop stakeholders should know about this year's USDA Specialty Crop Block Grant program.

Winter wheat outlook 19.05.2026 ↓

Winter wheat crop condition improvements nationwide to start May.

Farmers'Mental Health 18.05.2026 ↓

May is Mental Health Awareness Month.

Mushrooms, demand and labor 15.05.2026 ↓

U.S. mushroom growers are having problems meeting the growing consumer demand for fresh mushrooms.

USDA reinstates IAMP 14.05.2026 ↓

USDA reinstates large U of I grant. The largest grant in the University of Idaho’s history has been reinstated in its entirety after a yearlong pause.  

Trent & Kaylie Rumsey 13.05.2026 ↓

Trent and Kaley Rumsey, the relatable ranchers sharing everyday life. Rumsey Cattle Company is a fourth generation cattle ranch and homestead.

Wheat in Idaho holds steady 12.05.2026 ↓

As total U.S. wheat acres have continued to decline for the past three decades, Idaho wheat acres have remained stable.

Summer weather outlook 11.05.2026 ↓

I don’t know about you but I am on total pins and needles as I look toward summer, what with extremely low snow pack and persistent drought in Idaho.

Fertilizer availability 08.05.2026 ↓

An announcement of long term efforts to address low fertilizer supplies and increased fertilizer prices.

Farm Bridge Assistance 07.05.2026 ↓

Updated information on two USDA assistance programs. Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation starts first with the Farm Bridge Assistance Program.

Ag Talk Tuesday 06.05.2026 ↓

University of Idaho Extension is launching a new season of Ag Talk Tuesday, a popular program.

Fertilizer challenges 05.05.2026 ↓

Producers and others in the ag sector have expressed concerns about having enough fertilizer in a timely manner to apply.

Supplemental Disaster Relief 04.05.2026 ↓

A second round of USDA Supplemental Disaster Relief Program payments are being issued.

“Revolutionary Spuds” 01.05.2026 ↓

As the nation celebrates America’s 250th birthday, one way Idaho is taking part is the “Revolutionary Spuds” using Spuddy Buddy