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Rob Valicoff says his grandfather used to sell direct to customers and it's something to which he has hoped to return

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.

The expiration date of the Washington State Invasive Species Council and Invasive Species Council Account would be extended to June 30, 2032.

The Chief Academy is a proud example of hop growers working with a great local university to empower our employees and in turn empower great leaders within our community.

So, just what is the most hated vegetable according to Washingtonians?

Retirement. When will that be? I do not know. Where will my wife and I settle down? That's a good question, too. After reading the results from this report, my beloved Evergreen State might not be the best option!

The weekend is almost upon us and even though certain restrictions continue during the 'Season of COVID', there are still plenty of wonderfully fresh and delicious produce and food as well as craft items at the Yakima Downtown Farmer’s Market...

Larry Krueger knows a thing or two about apple maggots. He used to trap them, now he supervises others who do.

Researchers say that nights are getting warmer, which can throw off a plant’s circadian clock

Considering that one of the biggest cash crops in the Yakima Valley are apples, it is a bit surprising that this wasn't bigger news in these parts. Apparently, without much fanfare, the state of of Washington's oldest living apple tree has finally died at the ripe old age of 194 years.