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Since 1993 this report has been covering tree fruit and grape industry news stories important to our growers. This has been accomplished through open channels of communications with the Washington State Tree Fruit Association, Washington Grape Growers Association, our land grant college scientists and USDA researchers Bob Larson host of the program has 20 years of news reporting experience and worked as News Editor for both KOMO and KIRO (the top radio stations in Seattle marketplace). Bob presents this industry’s information from an insider position talking one on one with the industries key newsmakers.

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Millionaire's Tax and Farmers

2026/11/06

With the midterm election behind us, we now have to wait and see how the millionaire’s tax could potentially impact everyone, including farmers.

Agridynamics Robotics Apple Picker

2026/11/05

The latest robotic apple picker could soon be available and, based on in-orchard testing, appears to be effective beyond just picking.

NWFM at FIRA USA

2026/11/03

I caught up with Keith Veselka, CEO and and Co-founder of NWFM, Northwest Farm Management, at the recent FIRA USA AgTech conference where we agreed, things are changing fast.

FIRA USA Moves to Florida for 2027

2026/11/02

If you were lucky enough to attend the recent FIRA USA Robotics and AgTechnology Conference in Yakima, you should know that it will be moving to Florida next year.

Online Marketing of Raspberries

2026/10/30

Advertising in newspapers, and on radio and TV is fine, but in this day and age there are other options that provide good opportunities to sell your products, like Washington Frozen Raspberries.

Cosmic Crisp Popularity Booms

2026/10/29

For now, it’s only grown in Washington state, but the Cosmic Crisp apple is becoming a favorite for consumers everywhere.

Ag Overtime's Negative Impact

2026/10/28

We told you recently about a new study from WSU showing that the ag overtime law in our state is not a benefit to anyone in agriculture. So now, lawmakers need to fix the problem.

Earned Income Goes Up in Washington

2026/10/27

The latest USDA numbers show Washington’s farmers jumped from last in earned income in 2024 to 30th in 2025.

Need for More Guestworkers

2026/09/22

It’s no secret that finding adequate, affordable ag labor is a huge challenge for farmers, especially in recent years.

Ag Overtime Study by WSU & CLL

2026/09/21

A new study appears to support farm sector fears about Washington state’s ag overtime law and the damage it’s done.

Specialty Crop Improvements

2026/09/18

Alexis Taylor, chief global policy officer for the International Fresh Produce Association, says specialty crop producers need more demand for their products and help stabilizing the industry against further challenges.

Ag Unions

2026/09/17

When Senate Bill 6045 failed to get a vote during the last legislative session in Olympia, many were relieved that giving collective bargaining rights to Washington farm workers was shelved for now.

Washington Apples to Asian Markets

2026/09/16

About 30% of Washington's apple crop is exported each year, with Asian countries making up the most significant regional destination.

AEWR Cap

2026/09/15

Farms and ranches that employ workers under the H2-A program now have their federally mandated minimum wage under the new Adverse Effect Wage Rate.

Online Marketing for Washington Raspberries

2026/09/14

Advertising in newspapers, and on radio and TV is fine, but in this day and age there are other options that provide good opportunities to sell your products, like Washington Frozen Raspberries.