State Says Plastic Bag Ban Hits in October BYOB or You’ll Pay
So get used to your own bag or get ready to pay in October when the ban takes effect in Yakima and around the state.
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Hops aren’t the only important flavor factor when it comes to craft beers.
Moxee Favorite Bale Breaker Salutes Hop Capital With New Brew
Bale Breaker Brewing has rolled out the latest IPA in their rotator series. It is named after Moxee and can be sent directly to your house!
Burbank Fire Fight Ending Rehab Work Just Beginning
The fire started at about 4:30 p.m. Saturday near I-82 and milepost 18 in the Burbank Creek area.
Weather, Markets, Labor And More Affecting The Tree Fruit Industry
When your main industry is fragile and perishable ag products, you have to be concerned about this much heat this early.
Yakima Fire Marshal Declares Burn Ban Starting Friday
Because of wickedly hot temps and dry conditions expected in Yakima County for the next few weeks, the Fire Marshal has declared a burn ban to begin on Friday (June 25).
Building Momentum – Yakima’s Tourism Industry Moves Ahead
Yakima County shows a 25% drop in the number of people who visited Yakima in 2020 compared with 2019 and a 29 % reduction in spending.
Valicoff Farms Will Deliver Farm Fresh To Your Door!
Rob Valicoff says his grandfather used to sell direct to customers and it's something to which he has hoped to return
Will Special Interests Determine Who Does Farm Labor In WA?
Under the new law, the current tax exemption would not apply to H-2A housing pushing frugal farmers to build the less expensive tax exempt housing and thus forcing the hiring of in-state/in-country workers.
Keeping An Eye On Washington’s Invasive Species
The expiration date of the Washington State Invasive Species Council and Invasive Species Council Account would be extended to June 30, 2032.