Russia import ban will have small impact on Idaho - AgMinute for August 12, 2014

Russia's ban on U.S. agricultural products will have a minimal impact on Idaho because live cattle, which aren't on the ban list, make up 90 percent of the state's total exports to that country. Click here for the full story

Russian ban hurts Washington apples - AgMinute for August 8, 2014

Loss of Russia as an export market puts the squeeze on the Washington apple industry to find other buyers for about $12 million worth of apples. Click here for the full story

Russia: ‘Nyet’ to food imports from West - AgMinute for August 7, 2014

The ban, announced by a somber Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev at a televised Cabinet meeting, covers all imports of meat, fish, fruit, vegetables, milk and milk products from the U.S., the European Union, Australia, Canada and Norway. It will last for one year. Click here for the full story

Russian troubles may hurt apple, pear exports - AgMinute for March 18, 2014

U.S. sanctions on Russia could result in loss of U.S. apple and pear markets there. Meanwhile, Washington apple industry remains locked out of China. Click here for the full story

Russia is emerging market for Idaho ag - AgMinute for December 5, 2013

Following the state's first trade mission to Russia, Idaho farm leaders and state officials believe the country, with a population of 143 million people, presents a big opportunity for Gem State ag products. Click here for the full story