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Program: Northwest Farm and Ranch Report
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The HUT Principle
Dave Kohl urges producers to use the HUT principle when participating in educational seminars.
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Risk Management Plan Helps Mitigate Threats
In today's volatile world, a risk plan can help ag producers mitigate risks to their operations.
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Bowling, Karoke and U.S. French Fries
Now Thai people can enjoy U.S. fries while bowling and singing Karoke.
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New Program Benefits Both Buyer and Seller of Ag Land
New FSA program to benefit both retiring sellers of ag land as well as beginning farmers who want to purchase that land.
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Winter is a Great Time to Plan
Winter gives ag producers a perfect opportunity to examine their business and plan for their future success.
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Forest Legacy Program
Forest Legacy Program grant winner in Northern Idaho.
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Sign Up Has Begun for DCP and ACRE Programs
Sign up for the DCP and ACRE Programs began on Monday, Jan. 23.
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Facebook Page Engages Consumers
This week's U.S. Potato Board Update.
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Growing Rural Schools
Monsanto Fund is sponsoring a grant program for rural school districts.
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Pacific Northwest Cattle Outlook
Northwest FCS quarterly cattle Market Snapshot give 2012 outlook.
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Pacific NW Wheat Review and Outlook
Northwest FCS quarterly market snapshots review 2011 wheat and give outlook for 2012.
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People Skills Essential for Ag Producers
In today's competitive environment, people skills are essential. Dr. Kohl shares his 40-20-40 rule when it comes to people.
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U.S. Potato Board Seminar Sparks Menu Innovation
U.S. Potato Board's "Menu Innovation with Potatoes" shares culinary demonstrations with chefs on how to creatively use potatoes in their eating establishments.
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Wheat Week Educates Fourth and Fifth Graders
The educational program, Wheat Week, educates Washington students about the importance of wheat industry.
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Farmers Need to Join Food Conversation
Farmers need to share in the conversation Americans' are having about how food is grown and raised.
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Tom Mick Announces Retirement from WA Grain Commission
CEO of the Washington Grain Commission Tom Mick announced his retirement as June 30, 2012.
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Keys to Successful Local Wind Energy Development
An additional benefit of wind energy is the saving of farm land from development.
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Large Contribution Will Make Difference For AgForestry
A generous ag industry leader has given $100,000 to Washington Ag and Forestry Education Foundation.
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Landlord Relationship Advice
Do you lease or rent farm ground? Jolene Brown has some advice to ensure you have a positive relationship with your landlord.
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Ranchers Support Local Schools With Beef
Oregon's Baker County Livestock Association is supporting six school districts by supplying local beef for students.
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Infighting Makes Writing the Draft of the Farm Bill Proposal More Difficult
Ag-policy-watcher Jim Wisemeyer comments on what features of the draft Farm Bill might find their way into law.
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Unwelcome Guests
Beware ... your farm's large acreage might be inviting to unwelcome guests.
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How Will 2012 Food Prices Affect Your Wallet?
USDA economist Ricky Volpe shares the forecast for 2012 food prices.
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Is Your Farm or Ranch Disaster-Ready?
Is Your Farm or Ranch Disaster-Ready? Learn more about creating a Continuity of Operations Plan.
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Challenges for container shipping grain from PNW
Container shipping of grain is just a small part of PNW wheat export business but an industry consultant say it is important.
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Ag economist sees shift in market paradigm
An ag economist thinks the best of grain prices are about over as traders begin focusing on good supplies.
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An update on AgriPro
There are a lot of private wheat breeding efforts now in the PNW. Today a report from one of those companies, AgriPro
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A New Year and a Goodbye
Different kind of news in today's Farm and Ranch Report.
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Advice on stripe rust
Resistant varieties and a timely fungicide application with good coverage are keys in fighting stripe rust
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Wheat breeders taking note of falling number issue
Problems with falling numbers even in year's with dry harvests has wheat breedings thinking about the issue.
