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Many farmers across our region grow alfalfa - which is dried into hay and fed to beef and dairy cattle. But it requires a lot more water than most crops. Now, researchers are working on new technologies to reduce the amount farmers use. Still, some say allowing them to grow such a thirsty crop in the arid west is the problem.
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When it comes to the agricultural industry there are many different risks that come with the job, one of them being pesticide exposure. In a new study from Boise State University researchers are looking at the impact of this exposure on the states Latino farmworkers.
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Our region is losing millions of acres of agricultural land to development. And those trends may continue as land prices keep rising.
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FARE is an acronym for Food Agriculture Restaurants and Establishments. The nonprofit trade association advocates for Idaho farmers, ranchers, food and beverage producers, plus independent restaurants, bars and grocers.
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Congress is scrambling this week to avoid a shutdown of the federal government. If lawmakers can’t reach a deal, agriculture and food aid programs could see impacts, and passage of the Farm Bill would face likely delays.
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Farmers and Ranchers in the west are being pressured by rising production costs, increased workloads and extreme weather. No wonder they are facing higher levels of stress and mental health issues than other Americans.
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Idaho Matters takes a look at the news that made headlines this week, including why agricultural workers in the West are facing mental health issues and an update on Biden's new save program.
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Every year migrant workers make their way to Idaho to help fill a gap in the agricultural industry. These are some of the most difficult jobs in the state and unfortunately seem to come with a variety of risks.
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Harvest time is on the horizon for many farmers. But a recent study published in the journal 'Nature Sustainability' shows that there are fewer and fewer farms – which could have great implications for produce prices and access.
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Farm and ranch lands across the west face many threats - like inflation and outside development, but the federal government is working with agricultural producers to preserve open space and the benefits it provides.