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News >  Spokane

House, Senate farm bills split over conservation programs

Proponents of the House plan, including Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers, R-Spokane, say it would combine the best features of two programs that encourage conservation efforts through a mix of financial and technical assistance. Critics say it would limit farmers’ ability to improve soil, water and air quality and comply with state regulations.
News >  Spokane

U.S. Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue seeks to allay farmers’ trade concerns

U.S. Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue sought to assure Eastern Washington agriculture and forestry leaders on Monday that American farmers will not bear the brunt of an international trade war. But Perdue would not say, specifically, how his USDA might assist farmers hurt by retaliatory tariffs imposed by China and other trading partners.
News >  Spokane

Five WWII combat planes touch down at Spokane airport

On display were five American bombers and fighter planes first introduced during World War II, brought to Spokane as part of a nationwide tour hosted by the Collings Foundation, a nonprofit based in Massachusetts. Visitors could explore the insides of the aircraft and, for a sizable investment, embark on 30-minute instructional flights.
News >  Agriculture

India tariffs squeeze out U.S. pulse imports

Pulses such as peas, lentils and chickpeas are a staple of the Indian diet, found in flavorful dishes such as daal and chana masala. “Traditionally, India was our largest overseas market,” said Pete Klaiber, vice president of marketing for the USA Dry Pea & Lentil Council. In the past several months, however, the Indian government has imposed steep tariffs.
News >  Agriculture

Chickpeas, lentils and other ‘pulses’ are having a renaissance moment – and it’s a boon for Northwest farmers

Pulses are a class of legumes that include lentils, chickpeas, dry peas and dry beans. They’re popping up in grocery stores in a variety of familiar products and new inventions, from breakfast cereals to meaty plant burgers. And they provide some financial stability for Eastern Washington and North Idaho farmers hit hard by recent declines in wheat prices.