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• Idaho Governor Declares May 2024 as Horticulture Month

  May 22, 2024
  Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little proclaimed May as Horticulture Month, recognizing the invaluable contributions of local nursery and greenhouse growers to Idaho's economy and quality of life, and encouraging Idahoans to shop for Idaho-grown plant products at local nurseries and greenhouses. "What grows in Idaho thrives in Idaho," said Erica White, Idaho Preferred Program Manager. "By sourcin... More

• Free Pesticide Disposal Locations Across Idaho

  April 19, 2024
  Boise, Idaho – The Idaho State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) Pesticide Disposal Program announced pesticide disposal locations across the state the week of April 22. The ISDA Pesticide Disposal Program provides free and safe disposal of unusable or unwanted pesticides. The program is open to homeowners, farmers, dealers and professional applicators. Spring locations and dates include: Nez... More

• HPAI Detection in Idaho Dairy Herd 

  March 28, 2024
  Boise, Idaho – The Idaho State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) identified today highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in a Cassia County dairy cattle operation.   These are the first cases of HPAI in a livestock operation in Idaho. The affected facility recently imported cattle from another state that has identified cases of HPAI in cattle, which suggests the virus may be transmitted from c... More

• New Chemigation Bill Changes Licensing Process for Chemigators

  March 21, 2024
  Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little signed House Bill 549 into law, marking a significant change in the requirements for chemigators in Idaho. The new legislation was signed and went into effect on March 19, 2024. The new law reduces paperwork and regulatory burden while still ensuring that chemigators are adequately trained and informed. “I hope customers feel comfortable coming to us with ... More

• Idaho Agriculture Day at the Capitol Next Tuesday

  March 12, 2024
  Boise, Idaho – The Idaho State Department of Agriculture will host a celebration for Idaho Agriculture Day Tuesday, March 19 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the State Capitol Building.   Displays recognizing Idaho agriculture will be on the second floor of the Rotunda.   This engaging opportunity is open to the public to learn more about Idaho agriculture and the impact our state has on toda... More