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Since 1993 this report has been covering tree fruit and grape industry news stories important to our growers. This has been accomplished through open channels of communications with the Washington State Tree Fruit Association, Washington Grape Growers Association, our land grant college scientists and USDA researchers Bob Larson host of the program has 20 years of news reporting experience and worked as News Editor for both KOMO and KIRO (the top radio stations in Seattle marketplace). Bob presents this industry’s information from an insider position talking one on one with the industries key newsmakers.
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For now, it’s only grown in Washington state, but the Cosmic Crisp apple is becoming a favorite for consumers everywhere.
We told you recently about a new study from WSU showing that the ag overtime law in our state is not a benefit to anyone in agriculture. So now, lawmakers need to fix the problem.
The latest USDA numbers show Washington’s farmers jumped from last in earned income in 2024 to 30th in 2025.
It’s no secret that finding adequate, affordable ag labor is a huge challenge for farmers, especially in recent years.
A new study appears to support farm sector fears about Washington state’s ag overtime law and the damage it’s done.
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