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Irrigation expenses follow a unique set of rules
COLUMBIA BASIN — When it comes to the cost of farming, irrigation – especially in the Columbia Basin – is a cost t…
Aspen Institute fellow stresses native customs, sovereignty
SPOKANE — Sophia Turning Robe grew up learning about the importance of salmon, and by extension the natural world, to her ancestors, her contemporaries and hop…
BMX tracks collaborate for 2024 events
MOSES LAKE — BMX tracks across the country have been preparing over the past month for the opening of their respective seasons, including tracks in Moses Lake …
WSU professor provides updates on fire blight antibiotic resistance
MOSES LAKE — Frank Zhao, a professor of plant pathology at Washington State University, spoke at the April 4 Fire Blight Webinar hosted by Michigan State Unive…
Inside job: Local organizations discuss potential benefits of indoor farming for Central Washington
MOSES LAKE – Representatives of both the Port of Othello and the Adams County Development Council attended the 11th Annual Indoor Ag-Con March 11-12 at Las Veg…
Welcoming spring: Blossom Festival 104-year-old Wenatchee tradition
WENATCHEE — Apples, apple blossoms, parades, a car show, carnival rides, live music, crafts for children, food booths and plenty of activities will fill the st…
West Mathison: Stemilt CEO honored as 2024 Apple Citizen of the Year
WENATCHEE — The Washington State Apple Blossom Festival is a giant celebration of all things apples – but it has more serious aspects as well, like recognizing…
Low-interest loans available to cherry growers
WASHINGTON D.C. — Sweet cherry growers in Washington will be eligible for up to $500,000 in federal emergency loans following a formal disaster declaration for…
Staying booked: Small-town booksellers discuss challenges, benefits of independence
MOSES LAKE — Local small-town booksellers from Moses Lake’s Sandbox Bookstore, Wenatchee’s Ye Olde Bookshoppe and Leavenworth’s A Book For All Seasons talked a…
Sila’s Moses Lake plant opening on track
MOSES LAKE — According to Sila Nanotechnologies Vice President Chris Dougher, the opening of Sila’s Moses Lake manufacturing plant, which will eventually mass …