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New State Farming Layoff Notice Requirement Sows Confusion, Threatens Farms

Many people, including news reporters, have been confused by recent layoff notices from Washington farms creating suspicion of major farm closures.

But...

Facing Yakima Water Shortage, Farmers and Tribes Exemplify Collaboration

Ongoing drought conditions have led to water shortages in the Yakima River Basin severe enough that water to many farms has been shut off.

Sunnyside-area...

Organic Farmers Face Challenges, Despite Growing Demand (Part 2)

Most people probably don’t know that Washington state is number two in the nation for producing organic food. And demand for organic food nationally...

Organic Farmers Face Challenges, Despite Growing Demand (Part 1)

Most people probably don’t know that Washington state is number two in the nation for producing organic food. And demand for organic food nationally...

Local Tree Nuts: Whatcom Farm Harvests Hazelnuts

Whatcom County is known for its dairy, berry and potato farms, but the area boasts a long list of other kinds of farms and specialty crops, including...