Protecting Agriculture. Empowering Communities
Zoning and comprehensive planning aren’t just paperwork. They are the guardrails that protect compatibility, reduce conflict, and create predictability—for residents, for farmers, and for developers. Under Idaho’s Local Land Use Planning Act (LLUPA), communities adopt comprehensive plans (the vision) and … Continued
On February 18, 2026, we had the opportunity to speak at the Canyon County Ag Forum hosted by the Nampa Chamber of Commerce. The room was filled with farmers, business leaders, elected officials, and community members—people who care deeply about … Continued
On November 19th, our Executive Director, Keri Smith, had the privilege of presenting at the 81st Annual Idaho Association of Soil Conservation Districts (IASCD) Conference in Boise. The session, “Tools for Conservation: Land Use and Property Rights,” highlighted Idaho’s land-use … Continued
Growing Together Shares Key Insights at Caldwell Chamber Agri-Business Luncheon Monday, November 10th, Growing Together’s Board President, George Crookham presented at the Caldwell Chamber of Commerce Agri-Business Luncheon, offering a clear, data-driven look at how land-use decisions are shaping the … Continued