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• Watercraft Inspection Stations Open for 2025 Season in Idaho

  March 28, 2025
  Boise, Idaho — The Idaho State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) watercraft inspection stations have begun inspecting watercraft for the 2025 season. The ISDA Invasive Species Program reminds boaters to take precautions to avoid transporting invasive species, such as quagga and zebra mussels. All boat owners must stop for mandatory inspection when traveling past an Idaho watercraft inspection st... More

• Idaho Agriculture Day Celebration Set for March 18 at State Capitol

  March 13, 2025
  Boise, Idaho – The Idaho State Department of Agriculture will host a celebration for Idaho Agriculture Day from 11a.m. to 1p.m. on March 18 at the State Capitol Building. More than 15 agricultural organizations will participate in the event, providing displays that recognize Idaho agriculture on the second floor of the Rotunda. The event is open to the public to learn more about Idaho agricu... More

• Cull Onion Disposal Deadline March 15

  March 11, 2025
  Boise, Idaho - The deadline for the disposal of cull onions in Ada, Canyon, Gem, Payette, Owyhee, and Washington counties is March 15, 2025. Under the Rules Governing the Disposal of Cull Onions and Potatoes (IDAPA 02.06.17), all cull or waste onions not suitable for human consumption must be disposed of by an approved method prior to March 15 each year. After March 15, onions that are sorted m... More

• ISDA Seeks Property Owner Consent for Japanese Beetle Treatment in Caldwell and Pocatello

  March 7, 2025
  Boise, Idaho – The Idaho State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) is requesting permission from property owners in select Caldwell and Pocatello neighborhoods to conduct free treatments aimed at eradicating the invasive Japanese beetle.  Japanese beetles (Popillia japonica) are highly invasive pests of more than 300 plants including some of Idaho’s top commodities. If left unchecked, they pose a ... More

• Governor Little Declares February 16–22, 2025, Idaho Community Supported Agriculture Week

  February 18, 2025
  Boise, ID – Governor Brad Little officially proclaimed February 16–22, 2025, as Idaho Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) Week, celebrating the vital role of local growers in strengthening Idaho’s economy, food systems and communities. “ISDA Idaho Preferred is proud to promote and provide resources for Community Supported Agriculture Week,” said Chanel Tewalt, Director of the Idaho State Depa... More