local economy

Farmers Market Minute: Markets Serve The Ag Community In A Variety Of Ways
Farmers Market Minute: Markets Serve The Ag Community In A Variety Of Ways
Farmers Market Minute: Markets Serve The Ag Community In A Variety Of Ways
As the region gears up for another Farmers Market season, the Idaho State Department of Agriculture's Dawn Larzelier points out that these local markets have a big impact on the local farmer as well as the community. If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail gvaagen@cherrycreekmedia... Read More ...
Building Up Rural Economy A Priority For Vilsack
Building Up Rural Economy A Priority For Vilsack
Building Up Rural Economy A Priority For Vilsack
For USDA Head nominee Tom Vilsack, building up the rural economy is a priority. "By investing in robust local food systems creates market opportunities for small and mid-sized producers so they can negotiate their own price." Vilsack said the challenge will be creating and developing fields for today's farmer ...