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Researchers find Mediterranean beetle in Idaho

1 day ago | capitalpress.com | Brad Carlson

Published 2:11 pm Tuesday, May 13, 2025 Researchers who in 2024 discovered a new-to-Idaho beetle native to the Mediterranean basin aim to take more steps, such as increasing the sample size to develop stronger conclusions about presence and overall risk. University of Idaho entomologist and extension specialist Armando Falcon-Brindis and his team last year confirmed darkling beetle larvae and adults after homeowners in Eagle and Emmett reported many larvae entering the homes.
Weeds, thriving so far, to be discussed at Oregon, Idaho events

2 days ago | capitalpress.com | Brad Carlson

Published 1:55 pm Monday, May 12, 2025 Weed pressure that has been significant so far this year will be the focus of research-focused field days in southern Idaho and southeastern Oregon. Oregon State University, the University of Idaho and Amalgamated Sugar Co. plan the free events, slated to offer research updates and pesticide education credits. Researchers from each host organization are working together.
Forest spending drops by $392 million in Trump's proposed fiscal year budget | Rogue Valley Times

6 days ago | rv-times.com | Brad Carlson

Published 12:00 pm Friday, May 9, 2025 Forest management and U.S. Forest Service operational expenditures drop under President Donald Trump’s proposed budget for the Oct. 1 fiscal year. “There are some significant cuts to Forest Service resources in the president’s proposed budget that would affect management activities in Idaho if enacted,” said John Robison, Idaho Conservation League public lands and wildlife director.
Forest spending drops in president’s budget

1 week ago | capitalpress.com | Brad Carlson

Published 11:11 am Thursday, May 8, 2025 Forest management and U.S. Forest Service operational expenditures drop under President Donald Trump’s proposed budget for the Oct. 1 fiscal year. “There are some significant cuts to Forest Service resources in the president’s proposed budget that would affect management activities in Idaho if enacted,” said John Robison, Idaho Conservation League public lands and wildlife director.
Idaho potato planting nears completion

1 week ago | capitalpress.com | Brad Carlson

Published 3:13 pm Wednesday, May 7, 2025 Recent extended warm weather and mostly good soil moisture aided Idaho potato planting, which nears its conclusion as mid-May approaches. Some rain hit the state’s northeastern growing area recently, slowing planting a bit, said Travis Blacker, Idaho Potato Commission vice president of research and industry relations. “But overall, planting conditions have been ideal” statewide, Blacker said.
New wine pub home to Laissez Faire label

1 week ago | capitalpress.com | Brad Carlson

Published 11:24 am Wednesday, May 7, 2025 GARDEN CITY, Idaho — Cinder Winery founders Melanie Krause and Joe Schnerr are opening a “wine pub” to showcase their separate Laissez Faire label. Owner and head winemaker Krause, and her husband Schnerr, who handles sales and marketing, set up Laissez Faire Wine Co. in the new Boardwalk complex, on 41st Street in Garden City along the Boise River Greenbelt pathway system.
Western state teff acres to hold mostly steady

1 week ago | capitalpress.com | Brad Carlson

Published 8:55 am Monday, May 5, 2025 Planted acres of teff, the Ethiopian and Eritrean fine grain that is a cuisine staple and lacks gluten, will be down slightly this year after increasing in 2024. Boise-based The Teff Co., a processor and marketer instrumental in bringing the crop to the U.S. more than 40 years ago, contracts with 21 growers in five Western states.
New Plymouth FFA celebrates new building

1 week ago | capitalpress.com | Brad Carlson

Published 10:16 am Friday, May 2, 2025 NEW PLYMOUTH, Idaho — Kraten Barker and his New Plymouth High School FFA peers spent a chunk of the academic year living out one of his main motivations for participating in the program. “It’s great to be part of something bigger than yourself,” the junior said.
U.S., Mexico reach water deal, for now

2 weeks ago | capitalpress.com | Brad Carlson

Published 3:22 pm Tuesday, April 29, 2025 The Mexican government agreed to meet the current water needs of farmers and ranchers in Texas per a 1944 treaty with the U.S., which USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins called “a major win.”Earlier, the U.S. State Department denied Mexico’s request for Colorado River water under the treaty.
Sugar beet planting enters home stretch

2 weeks ago | capitalpress.com | Brad Carlson

Published 11:19 am Friday, April 25, 2025 AMERICAN FALLS, Idaho — Tyson Funk finished planting sugar beets April 20, 10-to-14 days ahead of the long-term average for his area. “The guys wanted to get done as much as I did,” he said. Donovan Hartley, who farms north of Paul, Idaho, was in late stages of planting April 21. “The timing is pretty normal,” Hartley said. Sugar beet planting is wrapping up in mostly favorable conditions.