Rain, snow dampen N. Washington fires. Ag Minute for Sept 11, 2015

Precipitation dampened large wildfires in Okanogan County, Wash., a large backburn was avoided and the U.S. Interior Department secretary visited. Locals told her forests need better management. Click here for full story.

Climatologists forecast brief break in the heat. Ag Minute Aug 31, 2015

U.S. Climate Prediction Center issues two-week forecast that departs from region's summer long weather pattern. Click here for full story.

Pineapple Express brings water relief to Idaho - AgMinute for February 18, 2014

A weather system called a Pineapple Express began dumping wet snow and rain across Idaho earlier this month, and now water managers are revising their outlook. Click here for the full story

Storm provides Northwest much-needed moisture - AgMinute for February 12, 2014

A wet start to February is welcome news for irrigators throughout the Pacific Northwest, who face water deficits due to dry weather through January. Click here for the full story