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U of I to host conference focused on adding value to animal waste
The University of Idaho and the Idaho Sustainable Agriculture Initiative for Dairy (ISAID) will host a national conference April 7-11 focused on finding creative and valuable ways to make use of … Read more
Innovative Agriculture and Marketing Partnership opens second round of producer applications
A U of I-led program offering aid to Idaho farmers and ranchers who adopt climate-smart agricultural practices is open for a second enrollment period. Read more
Ag Biz Podcasts
The Oma & Popies story traces back to 2014, when Gail “Oma” and Jan “Popie” Zarr tried some ho-hum hot wings at a Bowling Green, Kentucky, tavern and felt compelled to brag about their favorite Idaho … Read more
COVID-19 Vaccine Study
Breastfeeding mothers who have been inoculated against COVID-19 needn't worry about any potential adverse effects of the coronavirus vaccine on their breastmilk, a recent study involving University of … Read more
Predator Ecosystem Impacts
A University of Idaho study of Tasmanian devils concludes the loss of predators and scavengers from an ecosystem can impair plant and soil health, while potentially elevating greenhouse gas emissions. Read more
U of I team accepting applications for small food business grants
A University of Idaho Extension-led team is now accepting in-state applications for two U.S. Read more
Idaho Ag Record
Idaho agriculture achieved record earnings during 2024, according to a new University of Idaho Extension economics report, though the gains weren't enjoyed by most food producers who raise crops. Read more
Largest Cereal School
University of Idaho Extension will host its biggest cereal school ever, covering a range of topics of interest to eastern Idaho grain farmers, on Feb. Read more